Professional Development and Training Coordinator

Professional Development and Training Coordinator

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Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm. The firm has been ranked in the top three on The American Lawyer's prestigious A-List for eight consecutive years and #1 on 's UK A-List twice in the past three years. The firm has approximately 2,500 lawyers and professionals serving clients in major centers of business, finance, technology, and government in Boston, Chicago, Dublin, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Milan, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Seoul, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Tokyo, and Washington, D.C. The firm has consistently been recognized for its leading practices in many areas, including asset management, private equity, M&A, finance, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.

Ropes & Gray is an equal opportunity employer.

Are you passionate about empowering legal professionals and shaping the future of attorney training and professional development? Ropes & Gray is seeking a motivated Professional Development and Training Coordinator to play a pivotal role in coordinating and implementing innovative, high-impact learning experiences for our Litigation Department.

• Serve as an integral member of our Litigation training team, working closely with the Senior Professional Development and Training Manager and leading junior team members.
• Coordinate and enhance our new associate camp for the Litigation Department, collaborating with training partners, the Litigation Training Committee, and the Attorney Development and PD&T Teams.
• Partner with internal and external experts to develop and implement engaging training for Litigation associates at all levels, including e-discovery, ethics, and Gen AI.
• Organize and manage associate cohort summits, ensuring seamless logistics and impactful content.
• Recruit and supervise Northeastern interns, providing guidance and fostering professional growth.
• Support key committees and teams, coordinate focus groups, and oversee training attendance tracking and reporting.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation.

• Resourcefulness and problem‑solving: thrive in fast‑paced environments and find creative solutions with sound judgment.
• Collaborative spirit: build strong relationships and work across teams, offices, and generations.
• Proactive approach: action‑oriented, detail‑focused, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidentiality and professionalism: handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Communication skills: excellent written and verbal communication.
• Technical proficiency: skilled in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CE Manager a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• At least two years of experience in a large law firm setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal practice areas and professional development best practices.

The anticipated pay range for this role is:

• Boston: $69,500 - $100,800
• New York: $75,800 - $109,950

In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. Compensation will be determined based on qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

This position requires a hybrid on‑site presence as an essential function of the role. Consistent and predictable on‑site presence is required for ongoing business continuity, professional development, and effective collaboration with colleagues and management.