Senior Strategist Financial Services Sector

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking a strategic innovative leader to serve as Senior Practices & Sectors Strategist supporting our Financial Services sector. This role is responsible for driving marketing and business development initiatives that strengthen client relationships fuel revenue growth and differentiate Perkins Coie in the marketplace.

GENERAL PURPOSE

• Lead the development and execution of strategic marketing and business development initiatives for assigned practice groups and industry sectors to drive revenue and strengthen client relationships.

• Act as a strategic advisor to assigned practice and sector leaders identifying growth opportunities leveraging client-centric data and knowledge of market trends.

• Manage complex cross-functional initiatives utilizing data client insights and market trends to inform planning and campaign development.

• Mentor and guide administrators and other team members to foster a high-performing client-focused environment.

• Collaborate closely with senior members of the Marketing Leadership team and other business services teams to ensure integration innovation and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Develop and lead annual marketing and business development plans including budgets for assigned practices/sectors ensuring alignment with firmwide goals and a focus on revenue generation.

• Identify emerging client needs legal market trends and business risks to shape proactive campaign strategies and market positioning.

• Translate strategy into actionable initiatives with clear goals timelines and measurable outcomes i.e. annual event plan priorities alignment with target clients and prospects etc.

• Serve as an advisor to practice and sector chairs delivering insights and recommendations grounded in market intelligence and client feedback.

Campaigns & Revenue Generation

• Lead the conception and execution of high-impact sector-focused campaigns thought leadership and client-focused programs collaborating with teams across the marketing department to ensure fully leveraged programing.

• Identify activate and scale cross-practice and cross-sector opportunities to drive growth and differentiation. Guide pursuit strategy for assigned practices and sectors; advise and mobilize expertise and resources on strategic opportunities (pitches RFP/RFI responses).

• Deploy firmwide and practice & sector strategies to ensure participation in directory and award submissions in alignment with firm practice and sector goals and priorities.

Collaboration & Integration

• Foster collaboration across practices sectors and department verticals to encourage knowledge sharing and integrated approaches.

Market Intelligence & Client Insights

• Leverage data analytics and client feedback to monitor the competitive landscape and inform strategy.

• Integrate Voice of the Client and market insights into planning execution and continuous improvement.

Performance Measurement & Reporting

• Establish track and report on key metrics ROI and progress against strategic goals.

• Guide the team in turning insights into actionable plans that resonate with target audiences.

• Recommend adjustments to strategy based on data feedback and business outcomes.

Change Leadership & Innovation

• Lead the adoption of innovative tools technologies and processes to enhance efficiency and client value.

• Lead and recommend ideas to help with change management.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed consistent with the firms attendance expectations.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Demonstrated success in leading strategic planning and execution for practice groups or industry sectors.

• Strong business acumen analytical capabilities and ability to synthesize complex information.

• Trusted advisor with excellent communication and influencing skills; able to navigate and build relationships across a matrixed environment.

• Proven leadership ability; skilled at managing and mentoring team members.

• Demonstrates flexibility innovation and a growth mindset in fast-paced change-oriented environment.

EDUCATION LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Significant experience (10-plus years) in legal or professional services marketing business development or strategy with a track record of leadership and impact.

• Strong record of working with leadership and key stakeholders.

• Bachelors degree required; advanced degree (MBA JD) preferred.

• Prior experience supporting and/or strong knowledge of Fintech Blockchain and/or Cytotechnology is strongly preferred.

TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS

• MS Office Suite

• Marketing technology including Salesforce Foundation

At Perkins Coie we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration devotion to serving our clients and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance tuition reimbursement and paid sabbaticals.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus 401(k) plan medical dental and vision insurance accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually personal medical and parental leave up to 10 paid holidays and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for and the California Fair Chance Act.

This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience skills market conditions and internal equity.

San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $171520 to $271170 annually

Colorado compensation range: $134380 to $212460 annually

Illinois compensation range: $141820 to $224220 annually

New York compensation range: $155930 to $246520 annually

Washington state compensation range: $141750 to $224110 annually

Washington D.C. compensation range: $153090 to $242040 annually

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