Talent Management & Development Assistant

About Us

Finnegan is more than just a law firm – we are a powerhouse of innovation and strategy growth.  We pride ourselves on providing top-tier intellectual property services globally.  Our success is rooted in our emphasis on relationships with our clients and each other.  We care about every individual, and it is why many professionals have spent their entire careers at Finnegan.

Role Overview

The Talent Management and Development Assistant utilizes knowledge of firm culture and resources to efficiently provide support, coordination, and communications for legal talent management and development programs.  This position also assists with managing the on and off boarding processes for legal talent ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

Performance Evaluation Process

• Support legal talent performance evaluation processes
• Work with Chief and Senior Director/Director to maintain viGlobal database
• Accurately compiles evaluation information for practice group leaders and other members of firm management during Spring/Fall evaluation cycles, Senior Special Review and Partnership Admission/Evaluation Review processes

Training Program Coordination

• Liaise with practice group/section leaders to coordinate appropriate training programs
• Coordinate logistics for training programs with AV Team, Facilities, Conference room scheduling and other departments as needed
• Track RSVPs and attendance for training programs using the LMS/PD Center
• Coordinate the collection and maintenance of CLE records, monitor completion status, and assist with reporting and audit readiness activities

Engagement & Retention

• Work with Internal Events team to coordinate and support office specific and firm-wide events (attorney receptions, practice group events, summer associate events, and others as requested), which may include planning, creating invitations, RSVP tracking and attendance records, etc.
• Work with Legal Talent Team to develop monthly newsletter publication
• Participate in employer outreach and networking events as requested
• Participate in summer associate, and legal talent events as requested

Other

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors, career service offices, and firm personnel to effectively perform job responsibilities
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or related
• One to three years' experience in a professional business environment with a minimum of two years' experience with legal talent management and development required
• Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite, including meeting platforms such as Teams and Zoom, and the ability to learn the systems and databases used by the department and the firm.

• Knowledge of viGlobal performance management software preferred
• Understanding of HRIS/payroll and database software, preferably Dayforce, or ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent oral and written communication (including spelling and grammar) and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of firm personnel, and a variety of external entities in a professional manner.
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Strong organizational skills with an emphasis on attention to detail
• Ability to efficiently handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within the firm's established structures
• Must have the ability to work well under pressure, meet frequent deadlines, and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Flexible attitude and the ability to deal well with changing assignments and priorities; willingness to learn and acquire advanced duties, and provide support to varied office members

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for promoting success, we would love to hear from you. 

The role is based in our Washington, DC office, and requires a hybrid/onsite work schedule. The base annual pay range for this role is between $65,000 - $75,000; roughly $33.34 to $38.46 per hour. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 

Finnegan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, as defined by applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. For candidates needing reasonable accommodations or assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at 202.216.5400.

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