Overview
Joseph Hage Aaronson LLP is an exciting litigation practice specialising in commercial litigation, international arbitration, construction litigation and tax disputes. We are instructed by clients on a wide range of domestic and international disputes, advising a mixture of multinational corporations, HNWIs and entrepreneurial businesses.
We combine the qualities of a traditional law firm with that of a barristers’ chambers. Solicitors and barristers, with their distinctive training and experience, work closely as an integrated team from the beginning of every case.
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About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Head of Learning & Development to drive the professional growth of our lawyers. This pivotal role will be responsible for creating, implementing, and monitoring a comprehensive training program that elevates our lawyers’ knowledge and skills, including the advocacy skills of our barristers, and reinforces the firm’s culture of excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Curriculum Design and Development
* Technical legal skills training sessions
* Updates on legal developments
* Advocacy and courtroom performance training
* Critical soft skills training
* Emerging legal technologies including use of AI in the legal sector
* Developing specialised training sessions that adapt to different career stages—from junior associates to senior partners
* Creating personalised learning pathways to address individual professional goals
* Training Record Management and Compliance
* Cultivating a learning culture in the firm
* Developing strategies to:
* Encourage knowledge sharing
* Reduce knowledge silos
* Promote a growth mindset across all levels of the organisation
* Developing partnerships with external training providers, law schools, and professional development organisations
Required Qualifications
* Strong academic qualifications from a highly regarded university (or equivalent).
* Qualified legal professional (Barrister/Solicitor) OR Advanced degree in Education/Organisational Development
* Minimum of 10 years' experience in professional training within a legal and advocacy environment
* Deep understanding of legal professional development requirements
* Advanced knowledge of training management systems and e-learning platforms
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong analytical capabilities for measuring training effectiveness
Due to the volume of applicants, unfortunately we might not be able to respond on an individual basis. Thank you for your interest.