Coordinator, Business Development
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is one of the most prestigious law firms globally, known for delivering high-quality legal solutions. They are seeking a Coordinator, Business Development to support business development initiatives for the global Transactional practice, involving the coordination of proposals, marketing materials, and client-facing activities.
Responsibilities
- Works with Transactional business development team members to provide support for the full range of practice group marketing and business development activities
- Maintains organization of the Transactional business development function through a number of efforts, including:
- Coordinates and tracks the status of various business development initiatives and events
- Monitors and assesses pitch and proposal activities; follows up with team members to document and share outcomes and best practices
- Compiles and tracks practice matter experience in the firm's global database
- Maintains list of memberships/sponsorships, handling deliverables and tracking ROI
- Gathers and maintains information on business development plans and budgets
- Assists other Transactional business development team members with the creation, preparation, and coordination of RFPs, proposals and pitches for new business opportunities
- Collaborates with Firm Experience team on the collection of matter descriptions
- Assists in coordinating and tracking overall thought leadership opportunities, including speaking engagements and articles
- Maintains and updates marketing collateral, including relevant practice group brochures, one-pagers, PowerPoint decks, attorney bios, experience lists and client mailings, among others
- Coordinates with Events team and others on in-person and virtual conferences, seminars, forums, sponsorships and speaking engagements; assists with internal and external events as needed, including on ground support
- Coordinates with Strategic Intelligence team to generate reports on clients and prospects, industry and market trends and competitive intelligence reports
- Supports in-house CLE presentations, coordinating logistics, materials and CLE credit
- Leverages Firm CRM and Experience databases to identify and confirm relationship targets and relevant experience for business development opportunities
- Coordinates with Marketing team to update and maintain various Firm mailings lists used for event and client mailings
- Coordinates with Marketing Communications and Social Media team on communications pieces to promote the Firm, practice and attorneys
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others
- Manages Firm resources responsibly
- Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Skills
- Knowledge of relevant Firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrates close attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to organize and prioritize work
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of one year of related experience in a law firm or related experience in a professional services environment
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
- Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid leave options, including parental.
- In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
- Robust well-being classes and programs.
- Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.
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