Professional Development Specialist

Location: Candidates must reside in the Southeast, Midwest, or Northwest regions of the United States.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time, fully remote position.

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Professional Development Specialist to join our team. In this essential role, you will support the design, implementation, and administration of attorney development programs that strengthen our commitment to excellence and exceptional client service.

Reporting to the Director of Professional Development, this role will help coordinate attorney feedback and evaluation processes, support substantive legal training initiatives, and contribute to innovative programs that enhance attorney integration, engagement, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, implement, and support various attorney feedback and evaluation programs and processes, with a focus on technology and user communications.
• Provide support to the Professional Development team, the Evaluation Committee, and fpThrive, including scheduling meetings and events, drafting communications, gathering feedback, and assisting with ad hoc requests and projects.
• Assist in the development, planning, and execution of professional development programs and resources that enhance attorney growth, integration, retention, and engagement.
• Support the exit interview process and assist with compiling and delivering attrition data.
• Draft, edit, and update communications and materials, including web content, reports, and related documents.
• Research and recommend new methods and technologies to improve the collection and delivery of feedback and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with office and department leaders, marketing/business development, IT, recruiting, and others to implement programs and resolve operational issues.
• Assist with associate mentoring and sponsorship programs, including participant support, monitoring participation, and preparing reports and analysis.
• Handle administrative tasks such as processing invoices, preparing presentations and reports, and maintaining records.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in a professional services environment preferred.
• Previous experience with ViEval preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, project planning, and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of videoconferencing tools such as Zoom, Teams, and similar platforms.

Compensation

The hourly range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we believe exceptional talent is the foundation of our success and the key to delivering outstanding service to our clients. When you join our team, you become part of a professional yet dynamic environment that embraces innovation and leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to your growth, offering meaningful opportunities to develop your skills and take on new challenges.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with profit sharing; 15 days of paid time off (including sick leave where applicable); and 10 paid holidays per benefit year. To learn more about our firm, visit www.fisherphillips.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.