Inclusion Manager

US-CA-San Francisco | US-CA-Palo Alto

Department: Inclusion

Summary

The Inclusion Manager is located in California and helps manage, develop, implement, and administer key inclusion programs and projects in the Firm’s California offices and Firmwide. The Manager will report to the Inclusion Director who sits in the Los Angeles office. The Manager will also work closely with Firm lawyers, Inclusion Committees, Affinity Groups, Firm leadership, the Inclusion Specialist, and strategic partners, including Marketing, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Event Planning, Technology, Wellness, Learning & Development, and Recruiting.

As part of the Firm’s global Inclusion Team, the Manager will contribute to fostering a collegial environment, advancing Firmwide inclusion initiatives, implementing best practices, and promoting equal opportunity for all lawyers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Building Community and Belonging

• Develops, implements, and/or oversees client and in-office events and activities that enhance community building and belonging in the California offices, working in close collaboration with Event Planning and other strategic partners.
• With the guidance and support of the Inclusion Director, conducts Inclusion Team orientations for all new attorneys in the California offices, and conducts regular, consistent outreach to all associates in California to strengthen both relationships with associates and local efforts to enhance community-building and belonging.
• Works in collaboration with the Inclusion Director in implementing practices and processes that support the Firm’s commitment to equal opportunity for all lawyers. This responsibility will require extensive collaboration with Inclusion Team colleagues, Inclusion Committees, office leadership, and strategic partners in other departments.

Affinity Group Management and Support

• Manages and provides support in the California offices for all Firm Affinity Groups, which are open to all attorneys. This includes developing, implementing, and/or overseeing client and in-office programs and events, including for incoming and summer associates, that focus on building community and belonging and promoting learning and understanding; (b) organizing and managing meetings; and (c) addressing questions.
• Provides support at the Firmwide level to assigned global Affinity Groups. This includes collaborating with Affinity Group leadership in developing and implementing annual and quarterly plans, and organizing and managing global Affinity Group meetings.

Inclusion Committee Management and Support

• Manages Inclusion Committee governance in California offices, including collaborating with Inclusion Committee leadership in developing and implementing plans; organizing and managing meetings; managing budgets; and coordinating resources.
• Manages local sponsorships, including coordinating approvals and overseeing logistics, such as internal and external communication and Firm attendance at related events.

Develop and Support Firmwide Inclusion Programming

• Manages content, communications, and production coordination for assigned Firmwide virtual programs for observance months. This includes collaborating with Affinity Group and Inclusion Committee leaders, researching and engaging speakers, and working in collaboration with strategic partners in other departments on all other aspects of developing and implementing virtual programs from beginning to end.
• Works in close collaboration with the Inclusion Director and Inclusion Specialist to develop and deliver global programming focused on belonging and inclusion and related programming at Firmwide meetings, such as new associate orientation. This responsibility requires extensive collaboration with the Inclusion Team, Firm leadership, Firm lawyers, and strategic partners in other departments.
• Works in close collaboration with the Inclusion Director and Inclusion Specialist to develop standardized workflows, policies, and processes that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of Firmwide Inclusion programming.

Additional Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hires, develops, coaches, and supervises direct reports, and conducts annual performance reviews.
• This position may require working non-standard hours, as needed, and performing other duties as assigned.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

Target Salary Range
$150,000 - $160,000 if located in California

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of 5 years of related prior work experience
• Experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and web-based services and related applications
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to spot concerns and issues and to formulate and execute responses or solutions
• Demonstrated ability to marshal the resources of an organization across many departments to present excellent programs and effective initiatives
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, equal opportunity, and cross-cultural communication
• Ability to travel approximately 40% of the time, primarily to California offices, including overnight travel

Preferred:

• Advanced degree, particularly a J.D.
• Law firm, corporate experience
• Prior work experience where collaboration on projects was required
• Experience advising and supporting associates
• Experience supporting affinity groups and/or inclusion committees
• Experience developing programs focused on building community and belonging
• Preferred location: Los Angeles or Century City office

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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