Inclusion Manager

Summary

The Inclusion Manager is located in California and helps manage, develop, implement, and administer key inclusion programs and projects in the Firm's California offices and Firmwide. The Manager will report to the Inclusion Director in the Los Angeles office and work closely with firm lawyers, Inclusion Committees, Affinity Groups, firm leadership, the Inclusion Specialist, and strategic partners including Marketing, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Event Planning, Technology, Wellness, Learning & Development, and Recruiting.

As part of the Firm's global Inclusion Team, the Manager will contribute to fostering a collegial environment, advancing firmwide inclusion initiatives, implementing best practices and promoting equal opportunity for all lawyers.

Building Community and Belonging

• Develop, implement, and/or oversee client and in‑office events and activities that enhance community building and belonging in the California offices, collaborating with Event Planning and other strategic partners.
• Conduct Inclusion Team orientations for all new attorneys in the California offices and regular outreach to all associates to strengthen relationships and local community‑building efforts.
• Implement practices and processes that support the Firm's commitment to equal opportunity for all lawyers, working closely with Inclusion Team colleagues, Inclusion Committees, office leadership, and strategic partners in other departments.

Affinity Group Management and Support

• Manage and support all Firm Affinity Groups in the California offices, including developing and overseeing client and in‑office programs and events focusing on building community and belonging and promoting learning and understanding.
• Provide support at the firmwide level to assigned global Affinity Groups, collaborating with leadership to develop and implement annual and quarterly plans and organize global meetings.

Inclusion Committee Management and Support

• Manage Inclusion Committee governance in California offices, collaborating with leadership to develop and implement plans, organize meetings, manage budgets, and coordinate resources.
• Manage local sponsor ships, coordinate approvals and logistics, and oversee communications and firm attendance at related events.

Develop and Support Firmwide Inclusion Programming

• Manage content, communications, and production coordination for assigned firmwide virtual programs for observance months, collaborating with leaders to research and engage speakers and working with strategic partners on all aspects of development.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion Director and Inclusion Specialist to develop and deliver global programming focused on belonging and inclusion, including programming at firmwide meetings such as new associate orientation.
• Develop standardized workflows, policies, and processes that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of firmwide inclusion programming.

Additional Essential Duties

• Hire, develop, coach, and supervise direct reports, and conduct annual performance reviews.
• Work non‑standard hours as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

$150,000 - $160,000 if located in California.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily and meet the requirements below.

Education and/or Experience – Required

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 5 years of related prior work experience
• Experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web‑based services and related applications
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to spot concerns and issues and to formulate and execute responses or solutions
• Demonstrated ability to marshal the resources of an organization across many departments to present excellent programs and effective initiatives
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, equal opportunity, and cross‑cultural communication
• Ability to travel approximately 40% of the time, primarily to California offices, including overnight travel

Education and/or Experience – Preferred

• Advanced degree, particularly a J.D.
• Law firm or corporate experience
• Prior work experience where collaboration on projects was required
• Experience advising and supporting associates
• Experience supporting affinity groups and/or inclusion committees
• Experience developing programs focused on building community and belonging
• Preferred location:
  Los Angeles or Century City office

Other

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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