Sr Training Coordinator

Senior Training Coordinator DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. The Senior Training Coordinator, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, executes national practice group training and in‑person learning events for the Disputes Vertical. Works directly with the Talent Development Manager to administer the effective implementation of Talent Development strategic initiatives, special projects and trainings. This position can sit in our Chicago, Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York, Northern Virginia, Palo Alto, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Short Hills, Washington DC, or Wilmington office and offers a hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities Coordinates all virtual/hybrid practice group and sub‑group programs for the Disputes Vertical. Arranges all logistics with office operations and supports the virtual technology requirements associated with each session. Distributes invitations, materials and recording links as needed. Engages with training leads and presenters to ensure logistics for each program support learning outcomes. Coordinates logistics for six in‑person technical sessions and complex mock trials, including invitation distribution, RSVP tracking, and organizing materials. Liaise with the Events Team on additional logistics associated with hotels and conference space needs. Partners with local business centers print and ship materials. Schedules and hosts periodic meetings on outstanding projects to review deadlines, next steps and progress against program and department goals. Updates and keeps current the firm’s training calendars, spreadsheets, and databases that house training materials. Completes program plans, meets key milestones and works within timelines for major Talent Development initiatives and lawyer training. Partners across the TD team, other departments and vendors to coordinate, streamline, and support department processes. Assists with the planning, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of lawyer training and initiatives, including coordinating logistics for multiple, concurrent events. Supports the CLE Specialist by developing an understanding of CLE rules and procedures. Serves as a department liaison to respond to department questions. Attends virtual and live training events as needed. Other projects and duties as assigned. Desired Skills Create program schedules and timelines and track deliverables; critical thinking and problem‑solving skills; strong written and oral communication skills; and outgoing team‑player who can support multiple tasks and prioritize. Must be comfortable interacting with lawyers, partners and senior firm leaders. MS Office skills to include PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel. Excellent time management skills to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED. Preferred Education Associate’s Degree. Minimum Years of Experience 4 years’ experience with supporting live and virtual training programs. Law firm experience and knowledge of CLE rules preferred. Essential Job Expectations Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner. Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product. Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required. Foster positive work relationships. Comply with all firm policies and practices. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on‑screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment. Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Physical Demands Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in‑office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future. Benefits The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $36.79 - $59.50 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non‑exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Equal Opportunity Statement DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr DLA Piper