People and Learning Projects Manager

Introduction

Dentons has been redefining what is possible for the past ten years; we are now looking to shape the future of Dentons through a number of key People and Learning initiatives. This is an exciting time for an experienced Manager with HR/ to join us and play an important role in our priority programs as we deploy them globally.

The role will report to Global Talent Director, based in Warsaw, Poland.

Why Dentons is different

The legal profession is changing rapidly and Dentons is leading the way in advancing change for the benefit of clients. We are driven to challenge the status quo, delivering consistent and uncompromising quality and value to our clients in new and innovative ways. We're the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. The international deals. We're 22,000+ people globally across 80+ countries.

We’re a truly global polycentric firm. Moving with innovation. Making the decisions that will take us from largest to leading. From now to next. The opportunity is huge.

Dentons continues to receive external awards and recognition, including for our continued international expansion over the last 12 months; for ground-breaking innovation through the development of Nextlaw Labs and Nextlaw Global Referral Network; and for success in advising clients across multiple regions. Dentons is also a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index and a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner.

Responsibilities

• Manage efforts to embed the Dentons Global Career Playbook in our talent lifecycle, by working with internal stakeholders, regional Talent and specialist teams and external providers
• Provide input into Firmwide policies, as we are building Dentons Talent Standards
• End-to-end project management of our signature learning programs, to include Partner Development Program
• Provide implementation support for HR priority projects
• Contribute to Talent support and expertise that the Talent Programs and Regional Advisory team provides to selected Regions. This includes: support for regional development programs, providing advice on Talent processes and policies, helping develop training or consulting interventions
• Work with our future and newly onboarded combinations to facilitate integration and provide Talent support
• Manage our Talent/HR Communities of Practice, as we work to strengthen our People Brand
• Work with the Talent Technology team to implement innovative solutions to support our Talent Strategy
• Contribute to the development and implementation of our Firmwide Wellbeing strategy.

Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate for this role will have:

• HR experience working in a global role, ideally in professional services;
• Understanding of innovative approaches to talent development;
• Ability to build productive relationships at all levels of the organization and to do so virtually;
• Interest in developing new approaches and processes;
• Proven project management skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting demands;
• Strong communication skills;

• Native speaker level of English – both written and oral.

Applications from current residents in the following countries will be considered:

Costa Rica, Poland and South Africa (remote option available)

Disclaimer: Please ensure when applying for this role you are legally eligible to work/live in your location. Visa sponsorship or relocation costs will not be provided.

Diversity & Inclusion

Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We want a work environment where everyone can reach their potential and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.

We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.

Please read our Global Inclusion and Diversity Statement.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for a