Chicago - Temporary Professional Development Assistant

Winston & Strawn LLP is a leading global law firm committed to excellence and professional growth. They are seeking a temporary Professional Development Assistant to provide administrative and logistical support to the Professional Development team, ensuring programs run smoothly and efficiently. Responsibilities Prepare and organize presentation materials, including updating decks and speaker notes from programs delivered throughout the year Provide administrative and logistical support for Professional Development programs, including scheduling meetings, booking rooms and Audio Visual support, managing Zoom sessions, and tracking attendance Maintain and organize program materials and shared resources, ensuring files are current, clearly labeled, and properly archived Draft, manage, and maintain standardized template communications for PD programs, including save-the-date emails, presenter outreach, scheduling messages, confirmations, and follow-ups Manage invitations, distribution lists, and coordination with internal PD team members to ensure materials, schedules, and technology are prepared in advance of programs Support wellness, CLE, and assessment initiatives, including attendance tracking, materials preparation, post-event follow-ups, and coordination of recordings Create and maintain sign-up schedules, scheduling trackers, and calendar reconciliations across PD-related calendars, escalating conflicts as needed Assist with Teams and iManage file organization, backups, and folder maintenance, including identifying duplicate or outdated materials Provide administrative and financial support, including expense submissions, invoice tracking, documentation of completed tasks, and general support during peak programming periods Skills Bachelor's degree required or expected by May Previous administrative experience required Must live within a commutable distance to the firm office with the ability to come into the office 3-4 days per week Interest in professional development, training, wellness, or administrative work Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, cross-functional environment Professionalism, reliability, and adaptability Proactive follow-through and problem-solving skills Company Overview Winston & Strawn LLP is an international law firm with more than 975 attorneys in key financial centers around the world. It was founded in 1853, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is