Coordinator, People Strategy

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm. 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 Opportunity We are seeking a Coordinator, People Strategy to join our Firm in our New York or Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. In this role, the Coordinator will support practice management and attorney/professional development for an assigned global practice group. The Coordinator will assist in coordinating practice management activities, communications, staffing workflows, and operational processes, while helping to foster a collaborative and supportive environment for attorneys. This position works closely with Partners, Practice Leaders, Talent Acquisition, People Development, People Operations, and other Firm departments - including Marketing and Business Development, Knowledge Management, Office Administration, and Client Administration to support the effective execution of practice group priorities and initiatives. Strategic Operations Supports the People Strategy Manager in serving as a key point of contact for Practice Leaders, Attorney Development Partners, Partners, and attorneys on People Strategy initiatives. Coordinates cyclical talent and operational processes, including performance management, counsel and partner selection, and pipeline meetings. Assists with practice group communications and help ensure alignment with firmwide objectives. Partners with the centralized Knowledge Management team to organize and maintain practice area resources. Liaises with Business Development and Marketing teams to support alignment between departmental goals, pipeline priorities, and broader firm strategies. Tracks alumni engagement activity and assist in coordinating secondments. Helps identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations. Coordinates with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to support implementation of practice-specific goals, including talent acquisition strategies, training and development needs, and operational improvements. Supports staffing partners and practice leaders with planning efforts, including global mobility resourcing where applicable. Assists with lateral partner integration in partnership with the Business Development team. Professional Development Supports career development programs