JOB DETAILS

Posted August 14, 2025
Compensation $61,000 - $75,000 annually
LocationWashington D.C.
Job Type Direct Hire
Industry Legal

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Ford Agency is actively recruiting for a smart and organized professional to join the professional development team at a prestigious DC law firm. The Coordinator will collaborate with leadership to assist with attorney onboarding and orientations, bar renewals, and the mentorship program. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of administrative experience in a professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in legal professional development that offers career growth!

Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate attorney onboarding, including welcome communications, scheduling orientations, and other logistics to ensure a smooth transition
• Monitor and document development milestones for legal staff including onboarding, discussions about development, and readiness for promotion
• Assist with bar renewals, bar payments, tracking bar membership statuses
• Coordinate the mentoring program, including coordinating welcome lunches and aiding in mentor pairings
• Assist with other projects and professional development initiatives

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of experience in a professional environment, HR or Professional Development experience a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Ability to multi-task with strong customer service skills
• Strong MS Office skills
• Experience with Workday or ViRecruit a plus

• Coordinate attorney onboarding, including welcome communications, scheduling orientations, and other logistics to ensure a smooth transition
• Monitor and document development milestones for legal staff including onboarding, discussions about development, and readiness for promotion
• Assist with bar renewals, bar payments, tracking bar membership statuses
• Coordinate the mentoring program, including coordinating welcome lunches and aiding in mentor pairings
• Assist with other projects and professional development initiative