Legal Business Development Specialist

The Ford Agency is seeking a proactive Business Development Specialist to support the Business Development and Marketing team of a top law firm. This role partners closely with the Litigation and Investigations groups to drive client development efforts, manage marketing initiatives, and increase practice visibility. The Specialist will contribute to pitches and proposals, support client events, and maintain business development resources. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to take on high-value projects that make a measurable impact. This is a direct-hire opportunity with excellent growth potential! Responsibilities Include: Draft and contribute to client proposals, presentations, and RFP responses Track and analyze client development efforts using the firm’s CRM system Manage marketing materials, client alerts, and practice group communications Coordinate award and directory submissions, including Chambers Support client events, from logistics to post-event reporting Prepare reports to leverage relationship-building and marketing activities Qualifications Include: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field 2+ years of marketing or business development experience in a professional services firm; law firm experience highly preferred Strong writing, editing, and communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM and marketing platforms (Salesforce, Pardot, LinkedIn) a plus Professional, proactive, and collaborative team player Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation. The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients. To see more positions available through The Ford Agency, please check out our website at www.ford-agency.com. Seniority level

Associate Employment type

Full-time Job function

Business Development and Legal Legal Services

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