Coordinator, Professional Development (Tax) at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | NY, US | Rezi

Coordinator, Professional Development (Tax) at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Coordinator, Professional Development (Tax)

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · NY, US

3 weeks ago

Coordinator, Professional Development (Tax)

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP · NY, US

22 days ago
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About the Role

The Coordinator, Professional Development will provide support to the Tax group, assisting with staffing, vacation administration, database maintenance, new associate integration, and event organization.

Responsibilities

  • Provide staffing assistance to the Professional Development Manager and Staffing Partners, including updating the daily Tax staffing log, making staffing suggestions, and handling requests when the Tax Professional Development Manager is out.
  • Review the weekly Tax staffing spreadsheet and create reports.
  • Assist with the administration of the vacation policy for the Tax Group, including maintaining calendars, ensuring associates complete templates, communicating upcoming vacations and coverage needs, and coordinating coverage.
  • Maintain the 20-F database and correspond with corporate groups regarding annual filings.
  • Periodically distribute the Tax Group’s interest questionnaire and compile/update results.
  • Provide support for the integration of new Tax associates and lateral hires, including drafting welcome memos and assisting with planning training sessions and check-ins.
  • Organize and maintain materials for practice group review meetings and provide support for review and talent management processes.
  • Review lawyer time entries as needed.
  • Assist with organizing social events for the groups.
  • Assist with other projects for the Professional Development department as requested.

Requirements

  • Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks quickly and efficiently.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and driven, with the desire to take ownership of projects and responsibilities while working collaboratively.
  • Able to propose creative solutions to challenging problems.
  • Ability to maintain utmost discretion of confidential information.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work confidently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to establish rapport and build relationships and credibility with internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to maintain professional composure in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced, multi-authority environment.
  • Highly motivated, responsive, and conscientious, with a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
  • Availability during standard office hours and the ability to respond to email promptly outside of standard office hours and on weekends is essential.
  • Familiarity with Excel and comfortable creating and presenting PowerPoint presentations.

Skills

  • Excel
  • PowerPoint

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s degree required.

Salary/Compensations

  • $70,000 - $80,000

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package

About the Company

  • Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board.
  • Clients rely on Davis Polk for their most challenging legal and business matters.
  • The firm has offices in key financial centers and political capitals.
  • Over 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice, and creative, practical solutions.