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Perkins Coie is seeking an experienced, dynamic individual to take on the role of a Senior Diversity and Inclusion Manager responsible for leading and managing the diversity and inclusion learning and education strategy firmwide through the research, development, and delivery of programs that promote and sustain diversity, inclusion, and belonging. The role is also responsible for supporting the firm’s recruitment and integration efforts, and the development, execution, management, and measurement of new retention and development initiatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.
- Support the chief D&I officer and D&I director in designing and implementing initiatives that support the firm’s strategic goals regarding diversity and inclusion, attorney recruitment and integration, and learning and education.
- Design, facilitate, and scale creative and inclusive adult learning experiences (both virtual and in-person) that align to the Perkins Coie culture of inclusion and drive engagement.
- Works with the chief D&I officer and D&I director to identify and address training needs and implement firm-wide programs.
- Help translate strategy into action through scalable and repeatable process documentation. Assess current offerings and drive continuous improvement and evolution of learning and education portfolio, leveraging knowledge the learning behaviors of a global workforce.
- Help define success metrics, measure results, and provide reporting on the impact of the learning experiences.
- Develop enterprise-wide, role specific, and customized curricula.
- Partner with the business professional and attorney learning and development groups on the development and facilitation of educational opportunities, including workshops, seminars, webinars, academies, conferences, and educational communication for firm employees, partners, and clients.
- Influence decision makers across all levels to improve organizational efficiency.
- Develop meaningful relationships and liaise with team members in other departments including Recruiting, Professional Development, Human Resources, our lawyers, and firm leaders to support effective cross-functional collaborations.
- Develop and report metrics for measuring effectiveness and impact of all relevant programming to chief D&I officer and D&I director.
This position will require occasional travel.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED
- Meaningful experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion practice.
- Strong demonstrated inclusive leadership skills and growth mindset.
- Can take ambiguous concepts and crystalize and develop a plan for implementation.
- Interest in quantitative and qualitative measures of success.
- Good self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and skill at communicating with varied audiences.
- Thrive in an environment where problem-solving and project management are valued and are essential to success.
- Perform well under pressure.
- Ability to develop projects and see them through to completion.
- Excel at driving toward consensus.
- Agile and adaptable to unique and changing situations in a fast- paced environment.
- Intellectually curious, consultative, results-oriented and able to serve as a thought leader and partner in the D&I space.
- Experienced and comfortable presenting to varied types of audiences using a variety of mediums.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field of study or equivalent; an advance degree is preferred. Candidate will also have 4 years of experience leading diversity and inclusion programs, including training and development of organization-wide initiatives. They will likewise have experience in managing people and successfully developing, managing, and measuring large projects and initiatives, as well as experience leading people that are not in direct line of supervision at all levels of the organization.
At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals, dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing
diversity and inclusion
both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For
and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found
here
. This position may be filled in the following location(s). The compensation depends on qualifications and experience.
Los Angeles compensation range: $147,780 to $233,650 annually
New York Stat compensation range: $147,250 to $232,800 annually
Washington State compensation range: $133,860 to $211,640 annually
