McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm helping to propel the success of today’s most respected, dynamic, and important organizations. More than 1,200 lawyers strong, we bring our personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for our clients and the people they serve. Pride and determination abound here because every member of our team is respected, supported, and inspired to exceed. We have been recognized as a top firm to work by The American Lawyer, Working Mother Magazine, Vault, and the Human Rights Campaign for both lawyers and business professionals.

As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients, and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality and authenticity as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career so you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

The Director of Wellbeing Initiatives fosters a culture of holistic well-being (mentally, physically, and fiscally) at the firm, furthering our goal of being a career accelerant for employees at all levels. This role serves as a linchpin in coordinating wellbeing strategies across various departments, working closely with leaders in Professional Development, Benefits, and Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (JDEI) to ensure alignment and synergy in our talent management efforts. The Director of Wellbeing Initiatives is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive wellbeing program that is informed by data and tailored to meet the distinct needs of the firm and leads the change management efforts to ensure the successful adoption of well-being initiatives.

As a Director of Wellbeing Initiatives you will:

• Engineer a comprehensive wellbeing program, informed by data and tailored to meet the firm’s distinct needs
• Utilize data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure the impact of well-being programs
• Provide ongoing education to reinforce the firm’s commitment to nurturing the complete individual’s wellbeing
• Proactively monitor local and global well-being trends; rapidly respond to emerging well-being trends, to continuously achieve a platinum level service function for all Firm personnel
• Establish key performance indicators/metrics and implement, monitor, and report on key metrics relating to the efficacy of the well-being program and engagement strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Human Resources, Total Rewards, Legal Recruiting, Professional Development, Diversity, and other teams on the design and implementation of well-being programs
• Lead change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of well-being initiatives

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field, with an emphasis on wellbeing
• At least ten (10) years of related work experience in human resources, wellbeing programs, or a related field
• A strong record of effectively engaging and leading diverse audiences
• Professional services experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead change management efforts and drive data-informed decision-making
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
• Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly

Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.

Expected Pay Range in Los Angeles $225,000 – $300,000
Expected Pay Range in New York $225,000 – $300,000

Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWE provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

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