At Fried Frank, we’re a community of 800 lawyers and 500 business services professionals across New York, Washington, DC, London, Frankfurt, and Brussels. We advise leading corporations, investment funds, and financial institutions on high-stakes M&A, securities, regulatory matters, real estate, and litigation. Our culture is grounded in our core values — excellence, integrity and collaboration — and is designed to foster continuous learning, meaningful mentorship, and lasting professional growth. We are firmly committed to pro bono service and social justice, building on a proud legacy in civil rights. Our inclusive talent strategy is a core part of our broader talent management efforts and we remain steadfast in fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and become their best professional and personal selves. Our business services professionals are integral to the firm’s success, driving innovation, operational excellence and exceptional client service across all areas of the firm. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including comprehensive medical coverage, retirement plans and health and wellness initiatives designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing. We welcome passionate, driven individuals to join us, and be part of a team where you’ll be supported, inspired and empowered to build an exceptional career.

Position Summary

The Inclusive Talent Management Specialist/Senior Specialist (“Specialist”) reports into the Director of Inclusive Talent Management (“Director”) and works closely with the Manager of Inclusive Talent Management (“Manager”) to advance the firm’s inclusive recruitment, retention and talent development efforts with a focus the Washington, DC office (“the DC office”).

Working in collaboration with firm leadership, practice groups, and business services teams, the Specialist is responsible for owning elements of the design, implementation and coordination of people initiatives that strengthen the firm’s ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent while advancing the firm’s broader inclusive talent management strategy and fostering an inclusive culture where individuals of all backgrounds can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential. This role requires advanced problem-solving, independent decision-making, and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and collaboration skills. It also requires a high degree of ownership over projects and processes with minimal supervision, as well as the ability to exercise independent judgment on important matters, including risk assessment, sensitive issues, and determining when to escalate matters.

Duties & Responsibilities

Operational Support

Drive implementation of firmwide inclusive talent management strategy and own departmental goals and priorities within assigned area(s) of focus, exercising independent judgment to determine the most effective approach
Partner with Inclusive Talent Management (“ITM”) and Human Capital Management (“HCM”) team members to advance inclusive recruitment, retention and talent development efforts firmwide
Own the operational aspects of ITM programs, including scheduling, communications and coordination with Events team, external presenters, vendors and venues
Provide responsive support for complex ad hoc employee and cross-functional requests, independently managing competing priorities and ensuring timely follow-through
Serve as a key resource and advisor for Employee Resource Groups (“ERGs”)
Collaborate with Attorney Recruiting, Attorney Resources, ERGs, HR, Practice Group Managers, Professional Development, and firm leadership to develop and implement inclusive retention initiatives and programs that foster professional connection, address employee experience needs and promote employee engagement
Partner with Professional Development and HR to drive equitable access to opportunities, resources, and developmental experiences designed to support employee growth and retention, including mentorship, sponsorship, leadership development, and career advancement initiatives