Career Services Manager

Manager, Career Services

The Manager, Career Services plays a central role in advancing Sidley's Career Services program, which supports lawyers, alumni, clients and friends of the firm in identifying and pursuing career transitions. Reporting to the Associate Director, Career Services, the Manager combines direct candidate advising with program development and operational oversight. This includes providing personalized support to program participants, designing events and communications, and overseeing the firm's in-house opportunities database and the work of the Technology Analyst. The Manager ensures that the Career Services program delivers a high-quality experience, maintains operational excellence, and aligns with the firm's broader strategic priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Candidate Advising & Support

• Conducts intake and follow-up meetings with candidates, providing guidance on in-house career paths, job-search strategies, and Sidley's careers services offerings.
• Facilitates opportunity matching, introductions, and curated job reports, leveraging firm data and networks, with discretion and sensitivity.
• Develops relationships with alumni, recruiters, and strategic contacts to proactively identify job opportunities.
• Tracks candidate progress and gathers feedback to refine program offerings.
• Provides guidance on resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and interview preparation.

Program Development & Communications

Database & Technology Oversight

Operational Management & Continuous Improvement

Other Responsibilities

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

$130,000 - $172,000 if located in Illinois, New York, or Washington D.C.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the 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 staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and / or Experience :

Required :

Preferred

Other Skills and Abilities :

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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