Associate Development Manager – Capital Markets

Cooley LLP

. Support associate staffing, utilization, integration and development .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-Level💰 $145,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in staffing, work allocation, and associate development within a legal environment, while effectively managing performance reviews and fostering an inclusive culture. Proficient in utilizing metrics to enhance productivity and support professional growth.

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Staffing And Work AllocationPerformance Review ManagementAssociate Development And CoachingMicrosoft Office ProficiencyJD Degree Preferred

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Hard Skills

Work Allocation Process ManagementMetrics Tracking And AnalysisLegal And Professional Skills TrainingAssociate Onboarding FacilitationConfidential Information Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationRelationship BuildingMentoring And CoachingDetail-OrientedTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteIManageFirm Applications

Industry Keywords

Legal Talent PartnershipDiversity And Inclusion InitiativesProfessional DevelopmentLarge Law Firm ExperienceContinuing Legal Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support associate staffing, utilization, integration and development
Manage the work allocation process with practice group leaders and staffing partners
Monitor associate workloads and professional development and allocate new matters equitably
Track, aggregate and analyze associate metrics, availability information and utilization rates
Partner with leaders and associates to achieve individual productivity goals and maintain practice group productivity
Identify staffing needs and hiring targets and partner with Legal Talent on hiring efforts
Support associate performance reviews and ensure timely delivery of quality reviews
Monitor evaluations, prepare review delivery scripts and facilitate formal review delivery
Help associates implement feedback and provide coaching with Professional Development team members
Identify high-performing associates and those facing challenges; facilitate mentoring, training and frequent feedback
Facilitate attorney onboarding and integration, including department orientation and onboarding schedules
Conduct exit interviews and use feedback to improve the associate experience
Develop, enhance and implement legal and professional skills training programs
Ensure associates obtain and maintain licensing requirements and complete continuing legal education
Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives and events and support an inclusive culture
Promote associate wellness with HR/Wellness teams
Perform other assigned or required duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

After orientation at Cooley LLP, proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required
Ability to travel, as required
5+ years of direct experience with staffing and work allocation in a large law firm or professional services organization, or 5+ years combined law firm professional development and prior law practice experience
Senior level candidates: 7+ years applicable experience with 2+ years of exempt/management experience in relevant roles
Ability to establish rapport and build relationships and credibility with internal stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal, oral (listening and talking), and written communication skills
Ability to respect and maintain highly sensitive or confidential information
Excellent people management skills, including serving as a mentor or coach
Professional demeanor and ability to use initiative, diplomacy and tact
Ability to make independent judgments/decisions based on principles rather than rules
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with multiple constituencies
Detail-oriented, organized and driven, with ownership of projects and responsibilities while working collaboratively
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks quickly and efficiently
JD degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Long-term care coverage
Backup care for children and/or adults
Other parental support benefits
Firm-paid life insurance
Firm-paid AD&D
LTD
Short term medical benefits
21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
10 paid holidays each year
Generous parental leave
Fertility benefits
Detailed benefit orientation for new employees