Coordinator, Development

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 Coordinator, People Development supports the overall People Development team. This individual will contribute to the growth of associates, counsel, and business services professionals by helping to implement and evaluate learning and development initiatives within various learning curricula under Core Learning and Development (L

D). The coordinator works closely with senior members of the People Development team, internal, and external consultants, and department leads to ensure seamless delivery of training programs, workshops, and development activities.

• Serves as a thought leader and trusted advisor, providing consultative support across the Firm’s People Teams as well as other departments and practice areas.
• Contributes innovative ideas to People Development team and projects.
• Actively listens to key stakeholders throughout the Firm to gain an understanding of learning needs.
• Collaborates with the custom Learning & Design team to ensure program materials are robust, includes practical components, and aligns with the Firm’s learning objectives.
• Coordinates the logistics for multiple training programs, ensuring smooth execution of learning sessions across various curricula including scheduling sessions, confirming facilitator availability, securing conference space, and navigating virtual learning environments (i.e., Zoom).
• Administers programs (in-person and virtual) and effectively presents introductions identifying program goals and connecting learning to our L D strategy and Firm business objectives.
• Monitors the effectiveness of programs during live sessions, provides insightful commentary that aligns with our People Development strategy and outcomes.
• Responsible for making real-time program adjustments based on participant feedback and data, ensuring the program delivery remains dynamic and responsive.
• Coordinates with external vendors to ensure their messaging aligns with the Firm strategy and outcomes.
• Collects, organizes, and tracks participant feedback following program sessions; collaborates with the custom learning & design team to generate reports (quantitative) and identifying themes (substantive) for continuous improvement.
• Works closely with Core L D team members across offices to share best practices and ensure messaging consistency across all learning and development initiatives.
• Liaises between the Core L D team and other Firm departments, ensuring clear communication and alignment on training initiatives.
• Liaises with team members, participants, facilitators, and other key stakeholders with information and updates on upcoming sessions, deadlines, and logistics confirmations.
• Creates clear and engaging draft announcements, invitations, emails, and registration setup in support of programs that align with the People Development strategy.
• Assists in the preparation and distribution of learning materials (e.g., presentations, handouts, course guides, etc.) for each program.
• Responsible for participant attendance tracking by maintaining participant records ensuring they are updated timely.
• Supports engagement with attorneys and business services professionals (e.g., focus groups) to gain feedback on programming.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
• Manages Firm resources responsibly.
• Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of learning and…