Director OF Development

Director of Professional Development - M&A (Global Law Firm) This range is provided by Kay Search Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus and Sign-on bonus Position: Director of Professional Development - M&A (Global Law Firm) Company: Global Law Firm with Headquarters in NY Location: NYC (hybrid) Comp Package: Base Salary to $250K, Potential Sign-On Bonus, Year-End Bonus, Full Benefits, 401K+, etc. Summary for Director of Professional Development (Corporate M&A): This person will act as a strategic partner to the Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) leadership team within the Corporate Department. In this capacity, the Associate Director oversees a comprehensive range of functions focusing on four key areas: staffing optimization, attorney career progression, performance management and policy implementation and management. Responsibilities for Director of Professional Development (Corporate M&A): Leverage data-driven insights to maximize staffing efficiency, enhance utilization and align skills with business needs Proactively engage with M&A Heads and practice group leaders to identify emerging challenges, develop innovative strategies, and implement solutions that drive organizational success Execute the annual evaluation cycle to ensure alignment with firm objectives, ensuring integration of robust feedback and linking outcomes to targeted professional development initiatives Provide strategic guidance to attorneys on work allocation, career progression and professional challenges, positioning the firm as an employer of choice in the M&A sector Implement a data-driven approach to monitor and enhance attorney morale, preemptively address skill gaps, and foster an environment of continuous improvement Create a comprehensive integration program for lateral hires, ensuring rapid acclimatization and maximizing long-term retention and productivity Conduct in-depth departure analyses and implement targeted retention strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the talent market Foster partnerships across Professional Development & Training, Career Development, Recruiting and Finance to align talent management with broader organizational goals Lead the M&A Legal Personnel team with strategic staffing of projects, promote professional growth and development Qualifications for Director of Professional Development (Corporate M&A): Undergraduate degree and J.D. required and 7-10 years of professional service experience, with 3-5 years minimum experience in a law firm Preference for experience in talent management in a law firm Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Highly organized and self-directed Thrives in fast-paced environments Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively Creative problem-solving skills Ability to maintain confidentiality Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Legal Services and Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr