Job Description

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on Davis Polk for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world's key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions. Visit davispolk.com.

Position Summary

The Professional Development Coordinator will provide support to the Capital Markets groups (Securities Distribution and SEG).

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide support to the Capital Markets Professional Development Senior Manager and Senior Coordinator and groups.
• Assist with rotator and lateral integration and mentoring.
• Support assignment process for rising second-year associates.
• Help with rotator training programs, mid-level/senior training modules and group meetings.
• Assist with collection of feedback.
• Provide support in connection with the performance review and talent management processes.
• Track and analyze data, including assisting in creating charts and presentations presenting that data.
• Manage counsel/associate vacation requests/calendars and assist with coverage process.
• Review lawyer time entries.
• Create weekly hours charts.
• Assist with compilation and review of weekly staffing charts.
• Assist with record keeping/tracking of all staffing and coverage.
• Assist with lawyer get-togethers, including snack breaks, office hours and monthly group meetings.
• Assist with organizing social events.
• Assist Professional Development Senior Coordinator with staffing associates and counsel when Professional Development Senior Manager is out.
• Assist with review of the corporate roster and photo books for the groups.
• Assist with other projects for the Capital Markets groups and the Professional Development department, as requested.

Qualifications / Position Requirements

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Must have expertise in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other offices and staff.
• Must have excellent leadership skills and be able to inspire confidence among associates and firm leaders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and other sensitive matters is critical.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience required.

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $75,000 - $80,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.