We are conducting a search for a motivated Business Development Specialist for the Investment Funds Practice Group. The ideal candidate will possess a BA/BS degree and have a minimum of four years of professional experience in business development or marketing, specifically within a law firm or professional services firm. Prior experience supporting an Investment Funds Practice Group is preferred.

The ideal candidate will support the overall business development and marketing efforts of the Firm by helping to create and execute strategic activities related specifically to the Investment Funds practice across multiple markets, clients, and geographies.

What You'll Do:

• Support strategic business development and marketing plans including goals, action items, and deadlines. Advise and collaborate with partners, the Business Development, Marketing, and Communications teams, as well as other internal stakeholders in the development and execution of these plans;
• Draft and prepare written proposals, pitches, and other communications to clients, prospective clients, and related third party organizations;
• Assist with content-driven campaign strategy designed to generate new business opportunities;
• Help draft legal directory and awards submissions, including drafting, editing and tracking;
• Work with Senior Manager and broader business development team on the identification and pursuit of cross-selling initiatives;
• Support the practice's key client efforts and work with colleagues on best practice to ensure the identification, development, and growth of high-value services to key clients;
• Plan and oversee seminars, events, and other targeted marketing activities;
• Help practice group leaders manage relevant business development budgets;
• Collaborate with functional managers on relevant PR, communications, and digital marketing initiatives;
• Travel as needed to support initiatives and participate in activities; and
• Handle additional related projects within the Department or Firm as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in marketing, law or business (required);
• At least four (4) years of professional work experience supporting business development or marketing initiatives at a peer law firm or professional services firm;
• Experience in relevant practice area(s)/geographies or industries (preferred).
• Knowledge of technologies, developments, trends and literature related to legal and professional services marketing fields;
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite;
• Excellent verbal and communication skills, including attention to detail and proofreading;
• Solid understanding of the needs and expectations of law firm operations and corporate legal clients in order to function at a strategic level;
• Advanced knowledge of marketing principles, procedures, concepts and practical applications;
• Fundamental knowledge of networking and relationship management;
• Proficiency in team building, management, and leadership skills; and
• Fundamental knowledge of legal concepts.