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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates · 1 day ago

Coordinator, Business Development (Transactional)

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$75K/yr - $80K/yr

1+ years exp

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is one of the most prestigious law firms in the world, known for its innovative legal solutions. They are seeking two Business Development Coordinators to support business development initiatives, assist with pitches and proposals, and maintain marketing materials across the Transactional practices.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Works with Business Development Assistant Director/Senior Manager to provide support for the full range of practice group marketing and business development activity

Tracks BD initiatives and materials, including but not limited to: Gathering and maintaining information on business development plans and budgets

Coordinates and tracks the status of various business development initiatives, events, and webinars

Monitors and assesses pitch and proposal activities, follows up with team members to document and share outcomes and best practices

Compiles and tracks practice matter experience in the Firm's global credential database

Assists assigned practice-assigned pitch team member in the creation, preparation, and coordination of RFPs, proposals, and pitches for new business development opportunities

Collaborates with the Experience team on the collection of deal descriptions

Coordinates with the Marketing team to update and maintain various Firm mailings lists used for event and client mailings, including data entry and research

Maintains and updates marketing collateral, including relevant practice group brochures, one-pagers, PowerPoint decks, attorney bios, experience lists, and newsletters, among others

Compiles research reports for business development opportunities

Coordinates in-person and virtual conferences, seminars, forums, sponsorships, and speaking engagements; assist with internal and external events as needed, including on ground support

Coordinates with Business Intelligence to generate reports on specific clients or prospective clients, industry and market trends, and competitive intelligence reports

Coordinates with the Marketing Communications and Social Media teams to promote the Firm, practices, and attorneys

Leverages Firm CRM and Experience databases to identify and confirm relationship targets, and relevant experience for business development opportunities

Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others

Qualification

Business DevelopmentFluency in Spanish/PortugueseProject ManagementInterActionMS OfficeAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Required

Strong knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., InterAction, Foundation, MS Office including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel)

Maintains current knowledge of industry best practices, trends and techniques

Demonstrates strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines and stay productive in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrates precise attention to details, with superior proofreading and fact checking skills

Demonstrates a professional demeanor, high emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity and ability to interact effectively with all levels

Demonstrates an ability to continuously improve and innovate (e.g. regularly improve existing content and design of pitch and proposal materials)

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills

Ability to develop a deep understanding of the Firm's business

Ability to develop relationships and collaborate with stakeholders

Ability to learn new software, systems, databases, and procedures quickly

Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment

Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment

Flexibility to travel and attend key events and meetings on occasion

Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Bachelor's degree

Minimum of one year of related experience in a law firm, or two years of related experience in a professional services environment

Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is required for one of our openings

Benefits

Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.

Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.

Generous paid time off.

Paid leave options, including parental.

In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.

Robust well-being classes and programs.

Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.

Company

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates delivers the highest quality advice and novel solutions to legal challenges, enabling clients to achieve their business goals.

Founded in 1948

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees