Associate Director - Learning & Development

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Associate Director of Learning & Development position. This position may be filled remotely, or in any of our locations.

The Associate Director of Learning & Development will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering impactful learning initiatives across the organization, with a focus on supporting the professional growth of lawyers, paralegals, and business professionals. This individual will oversee the Legal Learning team and the Leadership Development team, ensuring the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive programs that align with the firm’s strategic objectives. Essential job functions include:

• Oversee the design and delivery of technical training programs and curriculums for lawyers and paralegals to enhance their legal expertise and practice-specific skills.
• Develop and implement training programs that address emerging trends, best practices, and client needs.
• Partner with PSC Leaders to identify skill gaps and develop targeted learning solutions.
• Oversee all aspects of the firm’s CLE programming to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support the ongoing professional development of lawyers.
• Oversee the development and delivery of legal writing programs to improve the drafting, analysis, and communication skills of lawyers and paralegals.
• Partner with subject matter experts to ensure training materials are practical, relevant, and aligned with the firm’s standards of excellence.
• Work in collaboration with the Learning Design and Facilitation Teams on the design and implementation of leadership development initiatives for lawyers and firm leaders, including programs for new partners and high-potential associates.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify leadership competencies and create tailored development plans.
• Oversee professional development programming for lawyers at all levels, including HB University, HB Emerge, HB Core, HB In-House and New Partner Orientation.
• Develop and implement initiatives to support career progression, skill-building, and long-term success.
• Enhance and manage mentoring programs to foster meaningful relationships, knowledge sharing, and career guidance.
• Ensure mentoring initiatives are inclusive, impactful, and aligned with the firm’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
• Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the Legal Learning and Leadership Development teams, ensuring alignment of efforts and resources with the firm’s goals.
• Manage, coach, and develop team members to achieve high performance and professional growth.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the Learning & Development function.
• Translate strategic initiatives into metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of learning initiatives.
• Use data and feedback to continuously improve program content, delivery methods, and outcomes.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in legal and leadership development.
  
  

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align learning initiatives with organizational goals and anticipate future development needs.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Innovation: A creative mindset to develop engaging and impactful learning experiences.
• Results-Driven: A focus on achieving measurable outcomes and driving continuous improvement.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in learning and development, talent management, or professional development, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of legal technical skills, CLE requirements, and the professional development needs of lawyers, paralegals and business professionals.
• Proven experience designing and delivering leadership development programs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of learning and development.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic and complex environment, meeting deadlines and successfully managing the daily workload.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a change agent and effectively drive new initiatives in partnership with other firm departments.
  
  

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR.

Compensation And Benefits

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation ranges for this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

• State of California: $144,000 - $275,000
• State of Colorado: $132,000 - $236,000
• State of Illinois: $130,000 - $252,000
• State of Maryland: $139,000 - $211,000
• State of Massachusetts: $144,000 - $275,000
• State of Minnesota: $144,000 - $238,000
• Jersey City, NJ: $156,000 - $283,000
• State of New York: $134,000 - $289,000
• State of Washington: $139,000 - $265,000
• Washington, D.C.: $185,000 - $273,000
  
  

The above salaries do not include a discretionary bonus, however bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.

Please submit a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.