Senior Manager, Talent Experience

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About Us

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients’ legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Experience (Fixed Term) to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York office (on site). This person will be reporting to the Director, Talent Experience. The Senior Manager, Talent Experience supports the development, execution and administration of Skadden’s Career Center, and supports Talent Experience Department projects. The Career Center provides resources and guidance for attorneys and business professionals dedicated to achieving their long-term career development goals, and the Senior Manager will support with daily Career Center operations, including job opportunities database, career coaching resources, a toolkit to assist with career exploration, internal and external communications, learning and development support, and any other projects assigned by the Director, Talent Experience.

• Supports Career Center development and drafting of guides; advises attorneys on career strategy, resumes, and cover letters; manages secondments in coordination with partners, client accounting, and professional strategy managers; and reviews and approves job opportunities.
• Supports Director, Talent Experience with Career Center strategy, including initial design and execution of Career’s Center’s offerings and resources (outlined below) and establishing a roadmap, launch and phased rollout of the Career Center
• Assists the administration of Career Center’s daily operations, including but not limited to:
• Implementation and regular maintenance of jobs database;
• Oversight of career coaching, inclusive of internal, external and AI coaching;
• Drafting and maintaining toolkit of career exploration resources such as job search strategy and resources on resumes, cover letters, personal statements and mock interviews;
• Management of skills, workstyle, personality and well-being assessment offerings;
• Developing relationships with search firms, recruiters and clients;
• Fielding inquiries from employees and directing them to relevant resources; and
• Supporting relevant career development programming and initiatives for employees and alumni
• Collaborates with other internal teams, including People Development, People Strategy, People Operations, Marketing, Business Development, Partners, and Department Chiefs and Directors to assess talent needs and implement relevant programming and offerings through Career Center
• Aids the sourcing of technology to support the Career Center, including job database and use of AI to support job search and career coaching that complement the Firm’s existing technology
• Supports internal communications campaign to launch the Career Center and promote an understanding of the Career Center’s offerings across the Firm’s People Departments, attorneys and business services professionals and alumni
• Manages and maintains the Career Center’s internal website to direct employees to offerings
• Supports external-facing communications about the Career Center to share with clients, alumni, recruits, etc.
• Performs peer firm and industry best practices research on similar career development offices on an ongoing basis to identify areas of enhancement for Skadden’s Career Center
• Manages process for attorney secondment and externship assignments
• Collaborates with Talent Experience team on Skadden Experience initiatives and programming related to talent experience, such as Midlevel Associate Leadership Academy, leadership development programming and client/alumni programming
• Supports other Talent Experience and Skadden Experience projects as assigned
• Analyzes talent and employee data to identify trends and suggest ways to support internal recruitment, retention and/or promotion goals
• Supervises junior department members in day-to-day assignments.
• Engages in strategic (i.e., long-range) planning by developing departmental goals and supporting objectives for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Coordinates and oversees department projects, day-to-day operations and long-range plans.

Qualifications

• Understands legal career paths and has a deep understanding of career services and coaching
• Understands and is able to successfully perform in a global, matrix environment
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the various functions performed by the department and the impact of those functions on other departments and offices
• Consistently demonstrates thought leadership, and the creation and implementation of best practices aligned with the firm's goals and objectives
• Professional demeanor, high emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity and ability to interact effectively with all levels
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility
• Demonstrates collegiality, creativity, and strategic thinking and planning when dealing with Firm leadership, departments and offices
• Strong technological skills and knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), project management and database applications, with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Emulates, through leadership, the firm's core values
• Strong communicator capable of developing and leading communications efforts across multiple platforms
• Strong writing abilities across multiple platforms and excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple processes and projects and delegate effectively
• Strong experience and track record on leading successful projects with high degree of quality, speed and flexibility for change to support Firm-wide initiatives
• Effective decision maker and creative problem solver focused on continuous improvement with an innovative mindset
• Ability to handle difficult or sensitive situations with poise and diplomacy and to use discretion, exercise independent and sound judgement and maintain confidentiality
• Current knowledge of industry best practices, trend and techniques
• Knowledge of and ability to administer Firm operations, policies and procedures
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to travel and to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree; JD or Master’s preferred
• Minimum of 8-10 years of law firm or professional/career services experience preferred
• Prior career advising and coaching experience at a law practice or law firm administration
• Coaching Certification preferred

Culture & Life at Skadden
What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and business services professionals.

Benefits

The overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid leave options, including parental.
• In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
• Robust well-being classes and programs.
• Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details.  Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Salary Details

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.

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