Ultimate Staffing is actively seeking an experienced CLE Specialist to join their client's esteemed team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs and supporting the professional development of the firm's attorneys. The CLE Specialist will work closely with various departments to maintain the firm's high standards of legal education and licensing compliance.

Position Summary

Ultimate Staffing Services is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented CLE Specialist to oversee the firm's Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs, compliance, and administration, as well as advise lawyers on licensing compliance. This role will manage CLE tracking, accreditation through CE Manager, and client- and attorney-facing CLE initiatives, including collaboration with practice groups, the Learning & Development team, Marketing & Business Development, and the Alumni team. The CLE Specialist will also support firm-led conferences, troubleshoot attorney licensing questions, and ensure all CLE programming aligns with regulatory standards and the firm's strategic objectives. Finally, the CLE specialist will also partner with the managing attorney's office to support attorneys in obtaining and maintaining their licensure and bar admissions in relevant jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the firm's CLE compliance expert, tracking attorney requirements and maintaining accurate records in CE Manager.
• Maintain working knowledge of NY & CA CLE rules, including credit types, reporting periods, carryover, exemptions, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Manage end-to-end CLE program logistics for in-person, virtual, and hybrid programs, including accreditation submissions, materials, AV requirements, and post-session recording prep for CE Manager (Micron) upload.
• Prepare statistical and year-end reports for CLE Boards in jurisdictions where the firm maintains accredited provider status, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Partner with Learning & Development, Marketing, Business Development, and the Alumni team to maintain a library of external and internal-facing CLE programs to support business development and internal learning objectives and support firm-led conferences requiring CLE.
• Develop and implement CLE strategies to enhance compliance, professional development, and client engagement.
• Respond to attorney inquiries regarding CLE compliance, licensing, and jurisdiction-specific regulations.
• Provide training to summer associates and first-year associates on admissions procedures and supporting admissions applications, where needed.
• Liaise with the bar or licensing authorities in various states on behalf of firm lawyers where required.
• Help to maintain attorney CLE records for audit and regulatory purposes, as well as creating accounts for new attorneys, acquiring CLE records for laterally hired attorneys, and deactivating departing attorney accounts. Prepare/provide departure CLE records for departing attorneys.
• Run CLE overviews and provide guidance to attorneys and business services assistants on how to access and use CLE resources.
• Serve as the point of contact for CLE-related vendors and platforms (LMS/on-demand hosting, webinar tools, evaluation tools).
• Develop and update the firm's CLE SharePoint site with relevant resources and program information.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance CLE administration and client service.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in CLE administration or legal professional development and/or attorney licensing, preferably in a large law firm or legal services organization.
• In-depth knowledge of CLE accreditation requirements and compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in CE Manager or similar CLE management platforms.
• Experience designing and executing client-facing CLE programs.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, SharePoint, and hybrid learning technologies.
• Experience supporting firm-led conferences or legal events with CLE requirements.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to operational accuracy.
• Professionalism, discretion, and judgment in handling confidential information.

Work Hours:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits:

Competitive salary with a range from $80,000 to $90,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.