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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.\nThe Opportunity\nWe are seeking a Manager, People Development, Custom Learning and Design, to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York office (hybrid).\n\nThe Manager, People Development, Custom Learning and Design is a strategic leader responsible for building and developing innovative learning objectives, outcomes, and methods for Attorneys and Business Services Professionals (BSP) across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Given the critical role that attorneys play in the Firm's mission and client service delivery, demonstrated experience working directly with attorney populations is essential. Understanding the unique professional development needs, practice demands, and learning preferences of attorneys to design and deliver programs that resonate with this audience and drive meaningful engagement is essential.\n\nThis role oversees the creation, implementation and facilitation of new, technology-driven content, ensuring all learning initiatives are fully aligned with the Firm’s Learning & Development (L&D) strategy and vision. The manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, monitor program effectiveness, and deliver engaging, high-impact learning experiences that support the Firm’s ongoing growth and competitive edge. A key focus will be staying abreast of trending self-study tools and integrating these into the curriculum, as well as ensuring robust data capture to provide program statistics that inform continuous improvement and secure stakeholder support. The manager will also oversee the management of learning webpages, ensuring global access and exceptional user experience for all Firm personnel.\n\nProgram Development and Innovation:\nCollaborate with the Core L&D and People Strategy teams to identify the evolving needs of attorneys and BSPs\n\nDesign, build and implement new self-study and technology-enabled learning solutions to enhance both professional and technical skills\n\nWork closely with attorneys to create or enhance practice specific and professional skills training content\n\nLead the creation of content based emerging technologies and innovative learning methodologies, ensuring alignment with the Firm’s L&D and Technology strategies\n\nIntegrate trending self-study tools and best practices into the curriculum to keep learning offerings current and impactful\n\nOversee the full lifecycle of program content development, from needs assessment through pilot, rollout, and integration into core curricula working alongside the L&D Core Team\n\nParticipate in pilot programs, observe engagement, and refine learning solutions based on feedback and measurable outcomes\n\nSupport the development of attorney curricula and learning pathways that align with the Firm’s talent expectations\n\nProgram Delivery and Facilitation:\nLead the facilitation of professional skills workshops, seminars, and training sessions for Attorneys and BSPs, both in-person and virtually, ensuring content is engaging and focused on L&D strategy outcomes: behaviors, mindsets\n\nAdapt facilitation techniques to accommodate different learning styles, viewpoints, experiences, and professional levels within the Firm.\n\nServe as a subject matter expert and resource for professional skills development, providing guidance and support to participants throughout the learning journey\n\nFacilitate learning programs focused on management, executive presence and presentations, leadership, feedback, career development, delegation and professionalism.\n\nCollaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:\nWork closely with Strategic Leadership L&D, People Strategy, L&D Core, Technology, Marketing/Communications/BD and Knowledge Management teams to understand evolving learning needs.\n\nEngage with partners, chiefs, directors, people strategy teams to gather input and ensure learning solutions meet business objectives.\n\nCommunicate program outcomes, participant progress, and key insights to all stakeholders\n\nPresent new content, learning trends, and program outcomes to L&D teams and other stakeholders to foster buy-in and support.\n\nProgram Management & Quality Assurance:\nReview, approve, and adjust new programs for launch and ongoing improvement, ensuring all content aligns with the Firm’s vision and messaging.\n\nReview program data and create statistics that highlight strategic outcomes. Communicate what adjustments/enhancements may be needed to the varying internal stakeholders and teams.\n\nIn collaboration with the L&D Core managers, Strategic Leadership managers or PDMs, oversee the transition of new programs into the core curriculum or practice group training, ensuring seamless integration and adoption.\n\nManage the learning webpages, ensuring they reflect the Firm’s vision, provide global access, and deliver an exceptional user experience.\n\nStay current with L&D trends, particularly in self-study tools and technology-driven learning, by attending seminars, courses, and industry events.\n\nShare insights and best practices with the broader L&D team to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.\n\nMeasurement, Reporting & Data Management:\nOversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) and return on investment (ROI) for all learning programs.\n\nEnsure robust data capture to provide comprehensive program statistics, supporting ongoing program excellence and stakeholder engagement.\n\nCollaborate with HRIS and reporting teams to ensure data aligns with business needs and reporting expectations.\n\nQualifications\nExtensive experience in learning and development, curriculum design and facilitation\n\nDeep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and the integration of self-study tools and technology in learning.\n\nStrong understanding of professional development needs for associates at various levels\n\nDemonstrated experience creating, implementing, and facilitating learning programs for attorneys\n\nExperience partnering with attorney stakeholders to develop programming that supports legal skills, professional skills, and career development\n\nProven ability to collaborate and actively listen to colleagues and stakeholders\n\nExceptional organizational and project implementation, management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously\n\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, develop and inspire teams, associates and BSPs\n\nProficiency in using learning technologies for virtual programs and discussions\n\nExperience in tracking feedback, analyzing data, and producing actionable enhancements\n\nAvailability to travel, facilitating programming across our global offices\n\nStrategic, data-driven L&D leader who aligns programs to organizational goals and drives continuous improvement through measurement and evaluation.\n\nCollaborative people leader with strong cross-functional, cross-regional influence and experience operating in global, multicultural environments with accessibility in mind.\n\nHighly organized, detail-oriented communicator, skilled at managing multiple priorities and deadlines while presenting information clearly and persuasively.\n\nExperience in a law firm, legal, or other professional services environment supporting attorney or legal professional development is strongly preferred\n\nEducation and Experience\nMinimum of 7 years training experience in a professional services environment\n\nCandidates must have demonstrable experience facilitating professional development programs, workshops, and training sessions across professional levels, in both in-person and virtual settings.\n\nCandidates must also have demonstrable experience creating and delivering learning programs for attorneys, including content development, and facilitation.\n\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree, or equivalent relevant professional certification, preferred.\n\nBenefits\nThe overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.\nCompetitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.\n\nComprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.\n\nGenerous paid time off.\n\nPaid leave options, including parental.\n\nIn-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.\n\nRobust well-being classes and programs.\n\nOpportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.\n\nFor further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits\nThe starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.\nSalary Details\n$165,000 - $190,000EEO Statement\nSkadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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