Professional Development Coordinator – Litigation

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

. Assist with professional development of junior associates and specialty associates/counsel in the Litigation practice .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail while managing staffing, onboarding, and professional development initiatives within the Litigation practice. Builds professional relationships and collaborates effectively with associates and practice leaders to support team engagement and performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree3-4 Years Comparable ExperienceStrong Oral And Written Communication SkillsProficiency In Word, Excel, And PowerPointStaffing Experience

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Soft Skills

Ability To Build Professional RelationshipsCollaborative ApproachStrong Interest In Professional DevelopmentAbility To Self-Direct And Manage Multiple PrioritiesTeam-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Web-Based Databases/SoftwareViDesktop

Industry Keywords

Litigation PracticeLegal Talent ManagementProfessional DevelopmentMentoringStaffing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with professional development of junior associates and specialty associates/counsel in the Litigation practice
Support staffing partners and practice leaders for Litigation and the National Security Regulatory Practice
Maintain staffing databases, charts, availability reports, practice-area interests, and expertise records
Match staffing needs with appropriate resources based on availability, experience, and desired matter/team exposure
Participate in onboarding and schedule staffing/welcome meetings, lunches, and related activities
Track absence time, maintain vacation calendars, coordinate matter-team coverage, and track vacation carryover
Build relationships with associates through regular check-ins and assess professional experiences, objectives, availability, and wellness
Escalate issues to Legal Talent management
Pair associates/counsel with mentors and partner advisors and monitor engagement
Provide feedback loops between associates, Legal Talent, and practice-group partners
Plan and facilitate team-building events and professional development initiatives
Update Litigation webpages, LitEasy practice pages, event tickers, and training libraries
Update and distribute monthly Litigation Department listings
Order and distribute swag and plan events, including the annual litigation holiday party
Maintain records of associates on clerkships and support training logistics
Send mentoring reminders and match communications
Encourage submission of mid-year and annual reviews
Schedule New York coffee hours/snack breaks and arrange rooms and catering for group lunches
Support performance reviews, feedback intake, and VI feedback tracking
Coordinate with Litigation professional services team members on practice-group initiatives
Track associate departures and clerkships and complete ad hoc projects
Provide specialized staffing, onboarding, absence, engagement, mentoring, and team-building support for NSRP

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
3-4 years of comparable experience
Prior experience in a law firm preferred
Staffing experience preferred but not required
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to build professional relationships while maintaining confidentiality
Collaborative approach with colleagues of all seniority levels
Strong interest and experience in professional development
Ability to self-direct, manage multiple priorities, analyze needs, and implement solutions
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Team-oriented and willing to contribute to unexpected projects or requests
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Comfort working in web-based databases/software, such as viDesktop
Flexibility to adjust hours to meet departmental needs
Must be able to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Overtime pay eligibility (non-exempt position)
Professional development opportunities
Mentoring and advisor programs
Team-building events and group lunches
Coffee hours/snack breaks
Annual litigation holiday party
Swag