Business Development & Marketing Coordinator

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver Kelowna Calgary and Yellowknife. The firm is recognized and respected by its peers in legal and business publications and has been named one of BCs Top Employers. Business in Vancouver also recognized Lawson Lundell LLP as the fastest-growing law firm in Western Canada.

Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a Business Development & Marketing (BDM) Coordinator to join our Calgary office. Working with the Director of Business Development the BDM Coordinator is primarily responsible for executing the business development and marketing initiatives of the Calgary and Yellowknife offices. This role will play a support role on key projects and initiatives with both short and long-term goals aligned with the firms strategic priorities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work with practice and industry groups to execute business plan initiatives throughout the year.
• Work with the Director of Business Development to develop strategies and identify opportunities to promote the Firm increasing its visibility and positioning in the market.
• Assist in identifying targets and provide relevant research and strategic ideas to acquire new business.
• Work with the broader BDM team to develop organize coordinate and execute seminars receptions and special events taking place in the local market. Responsible for creating and managing critical dates and timelines concerning local events and sponsorships. Draft and manage all internal and external communications for programs.
• Evaluate key sponsorships and networking opportunities with professional organizations and associations in the local market. Coordinate all deliverables associated with office or practice-identified key sponsorships. Leverage the Firms involvement to strengthen client relationships and create client and lawyer connections across the organizations.
• Support firm and office initiatives ranging from related client outreach to office business development plans.
• Assist lawyers/groups with their efforts to introduce and develop relationships with existing firm clients prospective clients and industry associations.
• Competitive Intelligence
• Assist with directory and award submissions as needed.
• Administrative tasks such as invoicing managing expense reporting booking boardrooms and general administrative support to the Director of Business Development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Marketing Business or a related discipline an asset
• Proven working experience (2-5 years) in a professional services marketing environment with strong preference given to candidates with law firm experience
• Demonstrated ability in creating and implementing business development strategies
• High-level communication and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to support stakeholders within and outside the Firm
• Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to handle multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated project management and time management skills
• Detail-oriented event management skills
• Client-centric approach

In addition to a competitive salary range of $55000 - $70000 we offer a variety of benefits including:

• Health Benefits:extended health dental vision out of country life AD&D
• Lifestyle Benefit:reimbursement for purchases from a pre-approved list including memberships and gym equipment
• Education Reimbursement:We are committed to growth and development and our educational reimbursement policy provides opportunity for our staff to expand on their knowledge in the legal field.
• Paid Time Off:vacation time starts at 3 weeks personal days sick time and a volunteer day every year

• Paid Parental leave top-up
• Financial Benefits:defined contribution pension plan matched by the firm RRSP TFSA year-end bonuses and an employee referral bonus program

• Fun Environment:annual year end party happy hours staff appreciation week and many other social events
• Awards:long term service and bonus vacation awards

What to expect:

• A commitment to diversity and inclusiveness; we believe that fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace benefits both our firm and our clients
• An environment where constant learning is encouraged
• A fun and collaborative work environment
• A team of unique individuals who will help take your skills and experience to the next level
• A commitment to providing a discrimination-free and harassment-free workplace environment
• Business hours are 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday with the option to work from home 1 day/week coordinated through your manager.
• Some work after normal business hours may be required for event support and execution but overtime pay will be provided.

If you are a professional hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us please submit your resume with a cover letter to Alison Leontaridis Director of Business Development at

Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Required Experience:

Manager