Description

The Business Development Coordinator will report directly to the Managing Director of the Real Estate, Debt Finance and Public Finance groups. 

Responsibilities:

Develop a deep understanding of practice group goals and coordinate with Managing Director on implementation of Marketing and Business Development tactics 

Assist in responding to practice RFPs and maintain RFP log

Work with Managing Director and attorneys to maintain and organize deal lists

Develop pitch books for attorneys and track progress/results of new business pitches

Develop targeted lists for practice group mailings, events, email alerts, etc.; coordinate with Marketing Technology Coordinator on list maintenance

Assist Communications Coordinator in public relations efforts, as well as attorney rankings and directory submissions

Track practice group trends and client news for Managing Director and attorneys

Coordinate and attend practice group luncheons (assist in preparing meeting agendas and scheduling, along with other event details)

Meet weekly with Managing Director

Oversee and coordinate practice group seminars and events from start to finish, including working with Managing Director and attorneys on program content and agenda development, mailing lists and invitations, presentation materials, registration, CLE credit applications as needed, etc.; work closely with conference services department regarding logistics 

Track practice-specific metrics for presentation to firm management, Managing Director and practice heads

Assist in the development and execution of a content strategy for practice-specific digital and print media, including social media (Twitter and LinkedIn), blog, firm website, e-newsletters, etc. 

Participate in Business Development & Marketing orientation for new and lateral attorneys
 

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) and 3-5 years of related experience and/or training, experience within the legal or professional services field preferred

Strong written and oral communications skills

Strong interpersonal skills that allow the ability to work with a variety of attorneys and administrative staff, and the professional presence and demeanor to represent the firm

Strong work ethic and flexibility to meet the demands of the position

Ability to prioritize, work independently, and be proactive

High level of organization with ability to manage multiple projects at one time, while paying close attention to the details

Working knowledge of Word, Outlook and Excel

Ability to learn and utilize additional software applications (CRM; Harvey, Copilot and other AI tools; marketing automation; web tools; etc.)