Professional Development Assistant

The Ford Agency is actively recruiting for a smart and organized individual to join the professional development team at a prestigious DC law firm. The Assistant will support the attorney onboarding and orientations process, bar renewals, and mentorship program. The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of administrative experience in a professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in legal professional development that offers career growth! Responsibilities Coordinate attorney onboarding, including welcome communications, scheduling orientations, and other logistics to ensure a smooth transition Monitor and document development milestones for legal staff including onboarding, discussions about development, and readiness for promotion Assist with bar renewals, bar payments, tracking bar membership statuses Coordinate the mentoring program, including coordinating welcome lunches and aiding in mentor pairings Assist with other projects and professional development initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree 1+ years of administrative experience in a professional environment HR or Professional Development experience a plus Excellent written and oral communication skills High level of attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively with a team Ability to multi-task with strong customer service skills Experience with Workday or ViRecruit a plus Compensation $57,000 - $71,000 annually Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Ford Agency