Marilyn LANDEROS
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Development Specialist with [Number] years of [Industry] experience. In-depth knowledge of onboarding and training employees, effectively planning strategies to meet staff development requirements. Experienced in using learning management systems to drive training and development across all company levels.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Attorney Development Specialist
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
04.2024 - Current
- Champion and manage the firm's onboarding process for incoming attorneys of all levels, including partners and of counsel of all practices
- Execute effective mentor-mentee pairing strategies for incoming attorneys, cultivating a supportive environment and accelerating new attorney integration
- Spearhead the firm's mentorship program in collaboration with the Senior Director of Attorney Development and DEI
- Develop and implement a strategic, cyclical mentorship program aligning associates with mentors based on key success factors
- Attend monthly Development and Retention committee meetings, building meeting agendas with key discussion points and provide regular updates on high-level integration and engagement initiatives for our leadership
- Excel in working with the firm's training task force to identify and address training curriculum gaps for attorneys, both in-house and external CLE trainings
- Partner with the firm's recruiting team to conduct pre-summer informational interviews
- Establish and maintain strong relationships during the summer with summer associates through weekly check-ins with 1L students
- Steer the associate performance review process twice a year, optimizing reviewer pairings to minimize bias and maximize evaluation effectiveness
- Monitor the comprehensive review cycle, utilizing tools and processes to track associate reviews
- Periodically organizing partner feedback delivery trainings
- Lead the end-of-year associate compensation process, including data management, secure mail merge, and encryption for confidential memorandum and bonus/salary distribution
- Partner with the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team on strategic firm initiatives
- Drive first-year attorney staffing by maintaining opportunity charts with hour and matter data
- Strategically assign attorneys to matters based on workload analysis, client requirements, billing hours and attorney preferences
- Oversee State Bar matters including tracking bar exam results, communicating outcomes to attorneys and managing partners, and drafting official announcements for leadership
- Manage team budget and expenses, including credit card reconciliation and coding
- Oversees procurement and distribution of team swag for new and existing attorneys
- Develop a comprehensive database system to streamline sponsorship and membership request, status and payments tracker.
Attorney Development Coordinator
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Oversee comprehensive development programs for attorneys of all levels, including the NITA Deposition Skills Program, Midlevel Associate Academy, and SpeechSkills
- Provide logistical support for the New Attorney Retreat and the All-Attorney Retreat
- Collaborate with the events manager to host events at various locations, fostering networking opportunities
- Organize monthly CLE trainings, tailoring them to the needs of litigators and corporate attorneys
- Lead the Attorney Onboarding program, managing logistics, introductions, and training for new hires
- Make mentor assignments for attorneys while collaborating with the Senior Director of Attorney Development & DEI
- Collaborate closely with the Senior Director on the logistical execution of the annual Associate Performance Reviews for both spring and winter cycles
- Lead Associate Compensations, 2022 and 2023
- Organize the Development & Retention committee's monthly meetings, crafting agendas, facilitating discussions, and ensuring clear action items
- Support partners in resolving staffing matters, update comprehensive hours reports, and provide staffing recommendations based on monthly hours, areas of practice, associate levels, and development needs
- Provided organizational and logistical support for the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion committee, enabling them to host monthly meetings that addressed key diversity and inclusion challenges
- Collaborate with LGBTQ+ Initiative members, working closely with the coach chairs
- Propose points of discussion, craft agendas, and organize guest speaker presentations
- Provided support to the firm's LATINX and Black Attorneys affinity groups in organizing successful events and workshops
- Proactively participate in various interview rounds, utilizing my skills assessment and cultural awareness to help my team recruit and hire the best-fitting talent
- Onboard and train team members of all levels, from coordinators and managers, to onboarding and supervising high school interns
- Ensuring a smooth transition and equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed
- Support partners in strategically assigning associate office locations, considering level, experience, and tenure at the firm
- Support the DEI and Recruiting team during 1L season by welcoming and closing student interviews for the Fujitani Summer Associate program
- Collaborate with the recruiting team on the summer program, hosting training sessions for summer associates and assisting with assigning social mentors to foster mentorship relationships.
Administrative & Maintenance Coordinator
Real Property Management
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Prioritized and handled maintenance requests from tenants and property owners, providing excellent customer service
- Managed budgets and expenses, while developing relationships with contractors and vendors for efficient service delivery
- Provided meticulous administrative support for lease agreements, streamlining processes, and maintaining meticulous records.
Groups & Conventions Coordinator
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Coordinated group and convention logistics, including transportation, accommodations, scheduling, and venue selection
- Created and managed budgets for group events, ensured accurate records, timely payments, and met financial goals according to the groups contract
- Led pre-conference meetings with resort directors and clients, facilitating event planning and ensuring successful execution
- Fostered client relationships through networking, addressed concerns, and provided on-site event supervision to ensure smooth operations and resolve issues/emergencies.
Groups & Weddings Coordinator
Grand Hyatt
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Expertly coordinated all aspects of event planning, including vendor selection, timeline management, and schedule organization
- Provided direct supervision for the resorts' banquet teams, ensuring operational efficiency and excellent guest service
- Provided personalized guidance to couples, understanding their vision and preferences, and offering recommendations to enhance their wedding experience
- Efficiently liaised with vendors and clients, facilitating productive meetings, negotiating favorable deals, and ensuring smooth coordination for seamless event execution.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Universidad Interamericana para el Desarrollo
Playa del Carmen, MX06.2021
Certificate - Strategic Business Management
Universidad de Guadalajara
Online, MX05.2019
Certificate - CCM Certified in Congress Management
05.2018
Skills
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Performance Evaluations
- Sales Techniques
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Budget Control
- Team Leadership
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Marketing
- New Hire Onboarding
- Employee Supervision
- Brand Awareness
- Program Planning
- Budget Administration
- Customer-focused
Hobbies and Interests
- Indoor Cycling
- Culinary Enthusiast
- Creative Expression through Painting
- Supporting foster youth. Passionate about empowering young adults transitioning from foster care through organizations like Dream Makers.
Affiliations
- The National Association for Law Placement: NALP, 2022-Current
- Professional Development Consortium: PDC, 2022-Current
- Los Angeles Area Legal Recruitment Association: LAALRA, 2023-Current
Certification
- Strategic Business Management, Universidad de Guadalajara - 05/2019
- CCM Certified in Congress Management, RCD Hotels - 05/2018
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Attorney Development Specialist
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
04.2024 - Current
Attorney Development Coordinator
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
03.2022 - 04.2024
Administrative & Maintenance Coordinator
Real Property Management
01.2021 - 03.2022
Groups & Conventions Coordinator
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
09.2019 - 07.2020
Groups & Weddings Coordinator
Grand Hyatt
08.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Universidad Interamericana para el Desarrollo
Certificate - Strategic Business Management
Universidad de Guadalajara
Certificate - CCM Certified in Congress Management
- Strategic Business Management, Universidad de Guadalajara - 05/2019
- CCM Certified in Congress Management, RCD Hotels - 05/2018
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