Director of Inclusion and Wellbeing

About Us:

Ballard Spahr is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr means joining a team of talented mentors, colleagues, and friends, supported by strong leadership that actively encourages professional growth.

We are seeking a passionate and strategic leader to join our team as the Director of Inclusion and Wellbeing. As the Director of Inclusion and Wellbeing, you will champion and direct the Firm's initiatives and programs aimed at creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. You will serve as the leading authority on inclusion and wellbeing, providing strategic direction and best practices to our senior administrative leadership while setting high standards for measurable success.

This hybrid position offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the office.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.

• Learning and Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.

• Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.

• Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.

Your Role:

As the Director of Inclusion and Wellbeing within our Talent Team you will:

• Under the leadership of the Chief Talent Officer, drive forward the execution of inclusion and wellbeing strategies, initiatives, and programs for the firm.

• Unite efforts within the Talent department to design, launch and advance programs that champion equality of opportunity, including integration, development, mentorship, sponsorship, retention, and advancement of attorneys and business professionals.

• Create and oversee innovative programs that cultivate an inclusive environment where all attorneys and business professionals are supported, promoting engagement and retention.

• Oversee the Business Resource Groups (BRGs), ensuring alignment with business priorities and successful outcomes.

• Collaborate with departments such as Human Resources, Marketing, and Practice Administration to enhance recruiting, retention, and learning and development efforts.

• Provide strategic oversight and support for client-related inclusion issues and requests.

• Cultivate partnerships with external advisors to further strategic objectives in inclusion and wellbeing.

• Lead initiatives to promote awareness of inclusivity and wellbeing within firm management, operations, and governance.

• Gather and analyze metrics related to inclusion and wellbeing, presenting actionable insights to inform firm-wide strategy.

What We're Looking For:

• Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.

• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate partnerships and with diverse stakeholders.

• Detail-Oriented/Organized: Keen attention to detail and the ability of analyzing information accurately under tight deadlines.

• Strategic Thinker: Experience in evaluating and implementing innovative programs.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required, along with 10+ years of experience leading organizational inclusion and well-being initiatives in a large law firm or legal environment.

• Extensive knowledge of inclusion and well-being principles, best practices, and emerging trends in the legal industry.

• Proven experience in developing, coaching, and supporting direct reports to achieve individual and organizational goals.

• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Workday) and data analytics tools.

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client and firm matters while adhering to policies and procedures.

• Excellent time management skills, successfully prioritizing tasks and working beyond standard hours as needed.

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Careers section of the firm's website.

Ready to Grow with Us?

If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.

At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

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