Leadership & Learning Manager, Apac (12-Month Contact)

Why Baker McKenzie?At Baker McKenzie not only do we pride ourselves on leading pay and a great culture, joining a leading Global Law firm provides unique development opportunities to grow in a highly supportive working environment throughout all stages of your life. We know our people value flexibility around when and where they work. We are committed to offering a more adaptable way to work, and we call this bAgile. As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with an extensive range of wellbeing, recognition & benefits offerings.For more information on our benefits click .The RoleWe are currently seeking a Regional Leadership & Learning Manager for a 12-month maternity cover to implement the Leadership & Learning Team's strategy and programs in the AP region.Key Responsibilities

• Consult with L&L Partners and other relevant stakeholders to crystallize learning needs and plan L&L programs for their groups
• Engage with the Partners, functional leaders and TM colleagues to develop their people, with a focus on pipeline candidates
• Design and present in the classroom, webinars, and milestone/pipeline development programs, in person and virtually
• Align local office programs to regional and global L&L programs across all levels
• Project manage and implement learning programs
• Select and liaise with internal and external presenters
• Collaborate with junior team members and teams located in service centers to: (1) discharge administrative work, (2) ensure attendance and Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• records are tracked and are in full compliance with Firm and local offices' requirements and (3) improve on existing processes
• Support Executive Coaching arrangements and coaching services for senior lawyers and Partners

What we're looking for -Essential

• Undergraduate qualification or progress towards a qualification in Learning & Development or a related field
• Extensive experience in a similar role in a large corporate or professional services environment
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing)
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to design programs, initiatives, and materials in consultation with business leaders and subject matter experts
• Experience in designing and delivering training topics relating, but not limited, to communication and interpersonal skills, business development and client service skills, leadership and team management skills
• Good balance of academic learning design skills and commercial pragmatisms to deliver practical business world solutions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix and diverse environment
• Growth mindset in developing self and others on the team
• Adaptable to change; "can do" attitude
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Desirable

• A legal background or L&D experience in the professional services industry (e.g. law firm, accounting firm)
• People management and supervisory skills
• Organizationally and culturally savvy, studying/working abroad experience is highly desirable
• Coaching certificate

About the FirmAt Baker McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. The first local, truly global law firm in Australia, we commenced operations in Sydney in 1964, in Melbourne in 1982 and in Brisbane in 2014. Our lawyers work seamlessly with our global colleagues, collectively providing a capacity of more than 13,000 people, including over 6,500 lawyers who work alongside our clients to drive growth that is both sustainable–and inclusive.Baker McKenzie Australia can offer you access to complex, market leading matters working with some of the world's best legal minds–people who know the law and who understand business. We have an unrivalled ability to provide training and secondment opportunities across our global network. Locally, we have an inclusive culture of learning, coaching and opportunity where you will work in small teams on matters that often cross borders. We value people who think ahead and get noticed.Inclusion, Diversity & EquityBaker McKenzie is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive culture for all its employees, with equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career with our Firm. Our mission is to foster an environment where individuals of every ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, disability, carer status and working style may succeed professionally and fully contribute to the goals of the Firm. Our bAgile program encourages a range of flexible work opportunities for all. We invite you to let us know of any reasonable adjustments you require to equitably participate in the recruitment process or in performing the requirements of this role.Our application processPlease apply by selecting the "apply now" link below and completing an online application form.As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive we encourage applications from all genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.