Learning and Development Manager (New York City Metropolitan Area)

About the Opportunity

A prestigious global professional services firm is seeking a People Development Manager to join its Learning & Development team. This highly visible role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and facilitating innovative learning programs for attorneys and business services professionals across a global organization.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of attorney development, instructional design, facilitation, stakeholder management, and learning strategy experience. This individual will partner with firm leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to create impactful learning experiences that enhance professional, leadership, and technical capabilities while supporting organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Learning Strategy, Curriculum Design & Innovation

• Design and implement innovative learning solutions for attorneys and business professionals.
• Develop professional skills, leadership, management, and career development curricula.
• Leverage adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and emerging learning technologies.
• Create and enhance self-study, digital, and technology-enabled learning solutions.
• Assess learning needs and translate business objectives into impactful training programs.
• Support the development of attorney learning pathways and structured curricula.

Facilitation & Program Delivery

• Facilitate engaging in-person and virtual workshops, training programs, and development initiatives.
• Deliver content focused on:
• Leadership development
• Executive presence
• Communication and presentation skills
• Feedback and coaching
• Career development
• Delegation and management effectiveness
• Professionalism and relationship building
• Adapt delivery methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and professional levels.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with attorneys, business leaders, HR, technology teams, marketing, communications, and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop and refine content.
• Communicate program outcomes, recommendations, and learning trends.
• Influence and build relationships across a global organization.

Program Management & Continuous Improvement

• Oversee program development from needs assessment through launch, evaluation, and integration.
• Monitor participant engagement and analyze program effectiveness.
• Incorporate feedback and learning metrics to continuously improve offerings.
• Manage learning resources, platforms, and internal learning communications.

Analytics & Reporting

• Track and report on key learning metrics and program effectiveness.
• Analyze engagement, participation, and ROI data.
• Partner with HRIS and reporting teams to support decision-making through actionable insights.
• Develop recommendations for program enhancements based on data and feedback.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• 7+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Professional Development, Talent Development, or Instructional Design.
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and facilitating learning programs.
• Experience creating and delivering professional development programs for attorneys or legal professionals.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design principles.
• Experience partnering directly with senior stakeholders and business leaders.
• Proven program management and project leadership capabilities.
• Experience utilizing learning technologies, virtual learning tools, and digital learning platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with experience measuring learning effectiveness and program outcomes.

For immediate consideration, candidates should have a strong background in attorney development, professional development, learning strategy, curriculum design, and facilitation within a law firm, consulting, or financial services environment.