Director of Training, Technology and Innovation

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”. Job Summary (basic description) We are seeking an accomplished attorney for a director-level role to join our team as Director of Training, Technology and Innovation. This strategic role will focus on developing and delivering training programs on innovation and technology tools, both internally and for clients engaging with our technical products. This Director will also be responsible for driving training for Business Services and other team members. The ideal candidate will combine law firm expertise, hands-on litigation experience, and a passion for driving efficiency and innovation across the organization. Essential Functions Develop and implement strategic training plans for new technologies or ongoing technical tools leveraged by attorneys, business services and legal support teams. Manage development of learning materials, including user guides and video scripts. Deliver both live and virtual training sessions, supported by concise, user-friendly materials. Collaborate with Technology, Innovation, Learning, Finance and other business services teams to identify effective training effort. Lead training sessions for attorneys and staff, ensuring effective adoption of new technologies and innovative legal solutions. Collaborate with product teams to create, refine, and implement training approaches for externally facing technical products, ensuring clients can maximize value and utility. Serve as a subject matter expert in litigation and legal technology, providing strategic guidance for technology-enabled legal services. Apply adult learning principles to optimize training effectiveness, engagement and retention. Development and oversee management of training for business services and legal support team members, as needed. Evaluate training outcomes and continuously improve content and delivery methods based on feedback and best practices. Manage team responsible for delivery of business service management training, client service-supported training efforts. #LI-LM1 #LI-Hybrid Qualifications/Skills Required Juris Doctor (JD) degree Minimum 10 years’ experience Experience as a practicing litigator Proven ability to leverage technology for practice efficiency Expertise in legal technology tools, innovation platforms, such as Case Management software, MS Applications, Gen AI, Document Management Systems and Learning Management Systems. Experience in change management and technology adoption in legal settings. Strong understanding of adult learning theories and instructional design for professional audiences. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to align training initiatives with organizational goals and client needs. Experience supporting or training on externally facing technical products is highly desirable. Experience with an LMS desirable. In accordance with the New York Metro area, Washington DC area, Illinois, Washington state, Massachusetts and Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this position is between $200,000 and $215,000. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account firm-paid holidays, vacation, and sick time We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. We are a preeminent workplace law firm dedicated to our clients and passionate about providing the highest quality, creative and effective representation of employers on the full range of employment and labor law matters, through offices strategically located throughout the country. We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field. We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law. We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients. Apply tot his job

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