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 1,200 attorneys in 19 offices: 14 in the U.S., three 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.

Wilson Sonsini is currently looking for a Professional Development Assistant to join the firm. This role will provide administrative support for our industry-leading training and other professional development events and initiatives, including scheduling virtual and in-person classes, managing class materials, entering attendance data into our learning management system, and handling other projects in support of the PD team. This role will be on a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for in-house training and onboarding programs, including scheduling; materials distribution; class set-up for in-person, hybrid and virtual programs; manage equipment requests; and communicate with presenters and attendees
• Coordinate AV and IT program needs, locally and globally
• Use, update and navigate the firm's learning management system in order to manage class details, track registrations, and enter CLE credits
• Edit and post class recordings to our on-demand learning platform
• Proofread all work with an eye for detail and accuracy
• Assist with other projects as needed

Qualifications

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

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).