Senior Business Development Coordinator – Energy & Infrastructure

Job Description:

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

* Thoughtful preparation of pitch, proposal, and client meeting materials (talking points, research, etc.), offer recommendations on our approach, deliver tailored documents that tie into the proposed strategy and points of differentiation;

* 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, including but not limited to the Latin America Working Group;

* 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;

* Assist with all profile raising efforts for the Energy and Infrastructure team, including drafting annual director and award nominations and drafting and maintaining current content on Firm website and pitch files;

* Track business development activities, including meetings, presentations, pitches; and

* Perform special projects as requested.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

* BA/BS Degree (strongly preferred);

* 4+ years of experience in legal or professional services industry (required); and

* Experience supporting Energy and Infrastructure practice area (required).

Proficiencies:

* Excellent verbal and communication skills, including attention to detail and proofreading;

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems;

* Fundamental knowledge of CRM systems;

* Proficiency in online research and internet resources;

* Research skills and ability to turn data into useful deliverables;

* Knowledge of the needs and expectations of law firm operations, partners, and clients;

* Knowledge of networking and relationship management; and

* Knowledge of marketing principles, procedures, concepts and practical applications.