Management Coordinator

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At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees – Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces lists, along with Cleveland's North Coast 99 Top Workplaces rankings, and the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized as a firm that attracts and retains top talent – making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion are celebrated. The Firm offers a full array of benefits available at

We are one of the fastest‑growing firms in the nation, with offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that composes each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a “First in Service” approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing firm, we invite you to apply to join our team.
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Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a Performance Management Coordinator in our Cleveland office. This position is hybrid and offers work‑from‑home flexibility.

Our Cleveland office has an amazing opportunity for a Litigation Legal Assistant who is looking to be part of a dynamic team. This role is perfect for the legal assistant who is looking to work in a cutting‑edge office of one of the nation's fastest‑growing law firms and assist litigators in an energetic, fast‑paced environment.

• Provides support and coordination on all aspects of the performance management system, including projects and activities related to attorney evaluations, real‑time feedback, and goal‑setting exercises.
• Assists with drafting communications and content related to training initiatives in support of the attorney performance management system.
• Liaises with the HR Systems Analyst in building and implementing annual performance processes in vi Global software system.
• Serves as the main contact for performance management system questions, including technical and process‑related questions.
• Reviews and analyzes evaluation data; creates and delivers reports as required.
• Tracks trends in performance data to inform professional development and practice group strategy.
• Coordinates scheduling of talent review meetings for all departments as part of the annual evaluation process.
• Assists in the set‑up, tracking, and follow‑up of performance evaluation meetings to ensure timely completion.
• Monitors engagement with real‑time feedback systems and follows up with individuals as needed.
• Provides administrative support to attorneys regarding goal setting and Career Advancement Plans.
• Researches industry trends and best practices for continued improvement as it relates to performance management.
• Completes special projects on various initiatives as needed.

The Performance Management Coordinator should possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Prior experience in human relations or performance management is preferred, along with experience working in a law firm environment. The ideal candidate will have strong time‑management, organizational, and interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication abilities. A high level of attention to detail is essential. Candidates should be self‑motivated and capable of multitasking, working both independently and collaboratively within a team.

A client‑service attitude is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is necessary, with intermediate Excel skills such as using formulas, functions, and creating pivot…