Professional Development Assistant

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow our staff exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.

The Professional Development Assistant provides administrative support for the Firm’s industry-leading training and other professional development events and initiatives, including scheduling virtual and in-person classes, managing class and event materials, entering attendance data into the learning management system, tracking attendance at required compliance training, supporting in-person events, and handling other projects in support of the Professional Development team.

This role is available with a hybrid work schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support for in-house training and onboarding programs, including scheduling; distributing materials; setting up classes for in-person, hybrid, and virtual programs; managing equipment requests; and communicating with presenters and attendees.
• Coordinate AV and IT program needs, locally and globally.
• Use, update and navigate the firm’s learning management systems in order to manage class details, track registrations, and enter CLE credits.
• Edit and post class recordings to our on-demand learning platform.
• Support our local, in-person training events, including preparing materials, scheduling presenters, and event set-up and onsite support.
• Track attendance at required compliance training.
• Assist with outside seminar registrations.
• Update internal Professional Development web pages.
• Proofread all work with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Assist with other projects as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all firm policies and procedures.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, but relevant work experience will be considered.
• Experience in a professional environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Possess strong initiative and is proactive.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Dependable team player.
• Ability to maintain a professional manner and demonstrate good judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint (preferred).
• Familiarity with audio/visual tools and learning management systems (preferred).

The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $24.52 – $33.17 per hour.

The compensation for this position may include overtime and a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits information can be found here. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).