BD Specialist- Corporate & Capital Markets
For the New York Office of an International Law FirmThis is a filled position.
Responsibilities include:
- Draft and maintain BD materials; assist with the preparation of capability statements, tailored client proposals and responses to RFPs; conduct client research and briefings, and competitor and market analysis;
- Provide support in developing business plans and corresponding marketing plans, as well as analysis of product offerings for groups; produce detailed research reports to support initiatives; provide support in targeting specific industry sectors;
- Ensure matter information is captured for use in league tables, directory listings, pitches, partner biographies, awards and other external and internal communication activities; develop and maintain content for pitches, the website and intranet;
- Develop content for various legal industry award competitions; assist with the drafting of annual submissions for relevant legal directories; and submit required data to various industry league tables throughout the year;
- Assist with the organization of client events; support the production of client communications including newsletters, brochures, contact cards and advertisements, etc.; assist with the production and distribution of client briefings;
- Assist the US Legal Recruiting team with the development of collateral and content used in the Firm's ongoing recruitment of law school students.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree; 2+ years BD/marketing experience in a financial or professional services firm; law firm experience preferred;
- Very professional, with superior client service skills and understanding of clients' commercial objectives and marketplace; commitment to quality and attention to detail;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; analytical and research skills;
- Ability to work as part of a team and with lawyers of all seniority levels, as well as independently;
- Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to work under pressure and to manage competing needs; proactive and positive approach;
- Proficiency in PC applications: Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.