Business Development Specialist
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Job Description
THE FIRM
As a leading international law firm we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication collaboration and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us a spot on Fortune magazines 100 Best Companies to Work For for 26 consecutive years. This honor along with many others highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP our foundation is made of trust reliability and compassion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Specialist will be part of the Business & Practice Development Team and work closely with colleagues to support practices with business development initiatives and foster a culture of collaboration. The role will be an integral part of the firms global Client Development & Marketing department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Develop relationships with Corporate Area lawyers to serve as point of contact for daytoday marketing and business development needs and identity marketing and branding opportunities for the office/market.
Prepare pitches and RFPs including conducting/analysing market research and analysis on prospect companies and business sectors.
Proofread and copyedit clientfacing and internal marketing materials.
Coordinating with lawyers and the global marketing team on award nominations surveys and submissions for directory and ranking authorities such as Chambers & Partners Legal 500 and IFLR.
Make recommendations for and coordinate sponsorships memberships and event attendance at client and industry events in order to increase the visibility and influence of the firm.
Ensure content on website biographies and in the firms proposal database is current and updated proactively.
Support initiatives in coordination with the practice groups Business Development Managers in other firm offices and office leadership and ensure these activities are tracked in relevant databases.
Collaborate with marketing and other business professionals across the firm.
Be knowledgeable of firm systems software and conversant in technology used by marketing team and firm and identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to increase efficiency.
SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
A selfstarter and team player able to accept direction yet work independently.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills both written and oral with the ability to interact with people at all levels.
Demonstrates the ability to confidently interact with the firms attorneys and actively supports their business development opportunities.
Attention to detail.
Excellent prioritization and time management skills.
Flexibility and adaptability in a fastpaced work environment.
A commercial pragmatic and positive outlook responding effectively to rapidly changing circumstances and remaining calm in the face of pressure.
High level of proficiency using Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint). Qualifications:
Solid experience in a marketing or business development role and team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Experience at a law firm or professional services firm is preferred
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal state or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex race age religion color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition (associated with cancer a history of cancer or genetic characteristics) HIV/AIDS status genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression military and veteran status or other protected category under the law on the basis of race color religion sex age sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression national origin veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting hiring and promoting practices.
The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily allinclusive additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time.
Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact.
Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter search firm or employment agency you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
