Practice Development Specialist - Americas M&A

For the New York Office of an International Law Firm
This is a filled position.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage and drive the preparation of domestic and cross-border pitches, proposals and capability statements; implement action plans and input into the Section's business plan; support key client relationships and guide follow-up efforts;
• Conduct client, market, sector and decision maker research and analysis as required; coordinate the production and distribution of client alerts, newsletters, and other publications working with the Firm's creative series and marketing teams;
• Assist in managing the Firm's M&A league table submissions globally; develop directory submissions to publishers of law firm/lawyer rankings; evaluate award and ranking opportunities; assist in drafting submissions;
• Maintain and develop marketing collateral, including brochures, experience statements, presentations, transaction lists, website content and biographies, ensuring materials are up to date, well-written and consistent; enhance social media presence;
• Maintain and develop the practice's collection of accolades and precedent library; update firm's BD intranet page; manage the usage of CMR systems;
• Coordinate involvement with industry associations, participation and sponsorship of industry conferences; manage alumni activities; work closely with central marketing to ensure successful management of events.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree; 4+ years of experience in BD or in a professional services firm preferred;
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, and ability to work at all levels;
• Good influencing and negotiating skills; strong client-focused approach;
• Flexible, committed and enthusiastic; team player;
• Attention to detail; ability to work on own initiative and under pressure within tight deadlines;
• Good systems and database skills including InterAction, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM applications.