Business Development Coordinator

Description

Summary: Support business development and marketing efforts through pitch preparation, research, event support, and strategic initiatives, preferably within professional services. Highlights: 1. Prepare pitches, proposals, and client meeting materials 2. Conduct research on companies, industries, marketplaces, and competitors 3. Collaborate on cross-selling opportunities and client relationship development Responsibilities: Prepare pitches, proposals, and client meeting materials (talking points, research, etc.), ; Conduct research on companies, industries, marketplaces and competitors related to pitches and other strategic initiatives; Gather intelligence on legal industry trends to provide an overview of the competitive landscape and explore opportunities; Collaborate with business development colleagues to maximize cross-selling opportunities; Provide support on a cross-border, cross-departmental key client work and relationship development; Support practice-related events, seminars, and briefings (planning, marketing communications, logistics); Assist with marketing campaigns and digital marketing efforts; Research and coordinate sponsorships to fully leverage benefits; Work with the Public Relations & Communications team in the implementation of communication strategies, including identifying hot topics in identified practice areas; Works with colleagues to support contact management efforts (including contact updates, development of targeted marketing lists, tagging client activities, etc.); Maintain the business development and marketing databases; Track business development activities, including meetings, presentations, pitches Requirements Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of one year of marketing, business development, and/or proposal experience, preferably in professional services or law firms.  Legal marketing experience is preferred.  IP or Environmental experience is a plus. Minimum of three years of writing experience.  Prior experience in proposal assembly and creation preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).