With eleven offices across the United States, 450+ professionals and 350+ staff professionals, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP is a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm known for quality and an extraordinary commitment to clients. The firm’s groundbreaking approach—bringing together legal services, advocacy and business strategy—differentiates Manatt from its competitors and positions the firm to provide a unique and compelling value proposition.
Are you ready to launch your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking professional services firm? Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP is seeking a passionate CLE Senior Specialist to join our growing Professional Development team! This position can be based in any of our offices. In this role, you’ll work at the heart of our nationally recognized firm, supporting innovative training and performance initiatives for our talented professionals. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact from day one, we invite you to become part of Manatt’s commitment to excellence and professional growth.
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate advanced comprehensive knowledge of CLE rules and requirements for both newly admitted and experienced attorneys and accurately interpret and apply those regulations as needed.
Oversee administration of the CLE (continuing legal education) programs at Manatt, collaborating closely with the Professional Development, Legal team, and other departments across the firm.
Independently manage CLE logistics, including tracking and inputting attendance into the CLE LMS, issuing certificates of attendance to internal attorneys and clients, reviewing course materials for CLE eligibility, and providing guidance on CLE and licensure to attorneys and firm administration.
Monitor CLE requirements for all relevant jurisdictions, calculating credits and generating certificates for Manatt attorneys and clients.
Serve as a subject matter expert on CLE rules in California, New York, Illinois, and other states where Manatt has offices, and respond to attorney inquiries.
Collect and maintain documentation and records to ensure the firm and its attorneys remain in good standing with all applicable state bar associations.
Support annual CLE accreditation and year-end reporting for jurisdictions where Manatt is an accredited provider.
Stay informed on evolving CLE regulatory requirements, rules, and procedures.
Manage the firm’s MCLE tracking system, including data entry, profile maintenance, quality control, reporting, and conducting annual audits and analysis. Review vendor contracts and invoicing as needed.
Track bar admission status for incoming first-year attorneys and notify appropriate departments upon admission.
Proactively provide recommendations to the Director of Professional Development, Legal to enhance CLE and training initiatives.
Collaborate with the Director of Professional Development, Legal to manage the CLE budget and expenses.
Contribute to general Professional Development projects and initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor's Degree required
Prior experience working with CLE tracking system/database
High level of organization with exceptional attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, a results-focused approach and outstanding project management skills, as the position requires constant attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to juggle and adjust to multiple competing priorities
Willingness to work across teams, collaborating with multiple departments
Strong client service skills and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information
Strong interpersonal skills as a relationship builder who can flex work style and adapt to the styles of others and work across teams
Strong self-initiative with an eagerness to learn, roll up sleeves, and pitch in
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive can-do attitude
Advance use of computer programs including Microsoft Office – especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
The base annual pay range for this role is between $85,000-$94,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience and location. A full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered.
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