Marketing and Business Development Assistant

About the Role

The Marketing and Business Development Assistant is an entry-level position that provides support to the Marketing and Business Development team across the country. This is an excellent opportunity to learn the various aspects of legal marketing and to be part of a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare drafts of pitches and proposals, including tracking attorney experience and producing reports.
• Work with the department’s research team to conduct research on potential clients, industries, and competitors, as well as other research and analysis.
• Support office-level sponsorships, including liaising with attorneys and outside organizations and helping ensure utilization of benefits.
• Update the Firm’s CRM database (Interaction) including data entry, external mailings, and producing reports.
• Provide editorial support for the development of attorney biographies, award submissions, and experience lists, as well as other drafted communications.
• Assist Office Business Development team with coordination of regular team meeting schedules and help ensure smooth video conference connections, as well as specialized AV needs.
• Assist Business Development team members with the drafting and production of internal and external communications, including newsletters, invitation content, surveys, announcements, social graphics, and other communications.
• Support the preparation for and execution of client events (briefings, webinars, conferences, social events and other similar events) including support with logistics, development of communications and materials, vendor engagement and other tasks.
• Support national industry teams, as assigned, in conjunction with other members of the Office Marketing and Business Development team.
• Support other assignments and projects as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Undergraduate degree in business or related field or equivalent job experience.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Solid technical skills including internet research, Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Database experience a plus (i.e. Interaction, Foundation).
• Ability to efficiently plan and manage time while handling projects for multiple supervisors and competing deadlines.
• Good oral and written communication skills; good grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and is receptive to feedback.
• Ability to function in a collaborative organization and be a team player.
• Flexible to work overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience.
• Law firm experience a plus but not required.

Location

• This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City.
• This position is based in San Francisco, CA 94105.
• This position is based in Seattle, WA 98104.
• This position is based in Los Angeles, CA 90017.
• This position is based in Los Angeles, CA 90067.