Manager, Legal Learning and Development

2 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Gowling WLG Full time $100,000 - $125,000

About Gowling WLG

Gowling WLG is a global law firm with a strong commitment to excellence and quality service. Our dedication to our people is at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a workplace that is motivating, engaging, and empowering.

We are guided by our firm's Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, and We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our firm's core values, and we aim to build a more equitable, engaging, and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

Job Summary

The Manager of Legal Learning and Development will work closely with the Head of Learning and Development and other members of the team to execute key components of the firm-wide learning and development strategy. This role will focus on developing the firm's legal professionals nationally, supporting curriculum development and maintenance, and delivering programs that strengthen legal skills and performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop educational and skill development programs for legal professionals in collaboration with subject matter experts and the Learning and Development team.
  • Deliver or co-deliver educational programs for summer law and articling students, law clerks, associates, and partners on a range of topics, including substantive law, professional ethics, practice management, practice skills, firm processes, and knowledge resources and tools.
  • Build strong and strategic relationships with key stakeholders across the firm and with external providers as needed.
  • Collaborate and consult on sourcing, developing, and managing the delivery of vendor-led legal training and professional development programs, as needed.
  • Design and develop Learning and Development programs for legal professionals by working closely with practice group leaders and department heads to:
    • Understand knowledge and skill development needs for the practice, and source or develop programming and resources accordingly.
    • Review and maintain associate benchmarks for the practice area.
    • Identify and encourage opportunities for ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programming, including exploring what the group's members need and can offer as education for others.
  • Work with subject matter experts from areas such as conflicts, risk, finance, IT, and others to source or develop programming in alignment with key policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with the Learning and Development team on developing, delivering, and maintaining core curricula for summer law and articling students, law clerks, and associates.
  • Work with the Head of Learning and Development and team members to create an annual CPD program plan and calendar.
  • Lead the CPD accreditation process for the firm and support professionals across the firm in meeting their CPD requirements by:
    • Keeping current on CPD requirements in relevant Canadian jurisdictions.
    • Reviewing and accrediting both internal and client-facing programs for CPD in all relevant Canadian jurisdictions.
  • Develop self on an ongoing basis, and keep current with the latest trends in legal Learning and Development topics and methodologies.

Qualifications

  • LLB, JD, or equivalent.
  • At least three years of prior experience working in professional development, training, or practice support, preferably in a law firm or professional services firm.
  • Member of the Law Society of British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, or the Barreau du Quebec, or admitted to practice law in another common law jurisdiction.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong presentation skills with the ability to deliver content in an effective, engaging way both virtually and in-person.
  • Strong project management skills, reliably and consistently delivering on agreed objectives and commitments.
  • Ability to work independently and on a team in both virtual and hybrid environments.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to establish and redefine priorities.
  • High standards for own and others' work, with strong attention to detail.
  • Proactive, creative, and innovative, focused on finding solutions.
  • Keeps knowledge and skills up to date, passionate about development for self, team, and the firm.
  • Bilingualism in French and English preferred.

What We Offer

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment, and we offer a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $125,000, with opportunities to exceed this range based on tenure and performance. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities or special needs who require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

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