Reed Smith LLP
Senior Business Development Coordinator - (Hybrid Schedule)
Reed Smith LLP, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Senior Business Development Coordinator - (Hybrid Schedule) role at Reed Smith LLP. The Senior BD Coordinator will support and implement business development tactics for Reed Smith’s global Real Estate Group alongside the Business Development Manager. This role will liaise across other practice groups with a primary focus on enhancing the firm’s profile, strengthening relationships with key clients, and creating opportunities for collaboration across groups. While primarily a US position, the successful candidate will work with peers throughout the globe, liaising with BD and partners worldwide. This professional will provide practical and tactical support to drive revenue through a full spectrum of marketing and BD efforts, including project planning, ROI measurement, and staying aware of market trends and competitors.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Interact with group leaders and other key attorneys on firmwide BD activities; develop strong working relationships and maintain a high level of day-to-day interaction with lawyers. Work with the BD Manager and Real Estate Practice Group Leader to build and implement the group strategy, raise the group’s profile, and strengthen its brand image. Assist in developing agendas and presentations for practice group strategy meetings; prepare and circulate meeting summaries to report progress toward action and goals. Coordinate pitch materials, presentations and responses to Requests for Proposals; review and edit content; support development and maintenance of proposal content and capabilities; ensure follow up with clients after pitches and track actions arising from pitches. Coordinate contributions related to attorney experience and client information into BD systems including CRM and Foundation. Draft and edit marketing collateral, facilitate posting updates to the firm website and intranet as needed. Collate content for internal newsletters and marketing campaigns to drive awareness of the group’s capabilities and experience. Prepare and draft submissions for major awards and legal directories to advance the group’s positioning; maintain repositories of accolades and awards. Ensure marketing communications channels convey consistent messages about the group, including the use of social media in consultation with the digital team; pursue PR opportunities with the help of the communications and media staff. Support brand positioning through conference sponsorships, firm-hosted events, client presentations, seminars and webinars. All other duties as assigned. Requirements
Education:
College degree in Marketing, Business, Communications or related field required. Experience:
3-5 years’ experience in a marketing-related field required, including at least one year of business development experience and demonstrated project leadership. Law firm or professional services experience preferred. Marketing, public relations, events or media experience is a plus, as well as an interest in and ability to understand the legal business environment. Must have demonstrated experience working independently as well as within cross-functional teams. Skills: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software. Technologically savvy and able to quickly learn new database systems. Extremely detail oriented, proactive and self-directed with the ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines. Sound professional judgment and poise when interacting with internal and external contacts. Ability to establish effective firmwide working relationships with individuals at all levels. Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and adapt in a flexible approach. Other
Working Conditions:
You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Some overtime may be required with schedule details discussed with your supervisor. Benefits Package Overview: 401k Plan Medical Health Savings Account Virtual Health Dental Vision Insurance benefits including disability and life coverages Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Family Leave (for eligible exempt and non-exempt staff) College Savings Plan
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Senior Business Development Coordinator - (Hybrid Schedule) role at Reed Smith LLP. The Senior BD Coordinator will support and implement business development tactics for Reed Smith’s global Real Estate Group alongside the Business Development Manager. This role will liaise across other practice groups with a primary focus on enhancing the firm’s profile, strengthening relationships with key clients, and creating opportunities for collaboration across groups. While primarily a US position, the successful candidate will work with peers throughout the globe, liaising with BD and partners worldwide. This professional will provide practical and tactical support to drive revenue through a full spectrum of marketing and BD efforts, including project planning, ROI measurement, and staying aware of market trends and competitors.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Interact with group leaders and other key attorneys on firmwide BD activities; develop strong working relationships and maintain a high level of day-to-day interaction with lawyers. Work with the BD Manager and Real Estate Practice Group Leader to build and implement the group strategy, raise the group’s profile, and strengthen its brand image. Assist in developing agendas and presentations for practice group strategy meetings; prepare and circulate meeting summaries to report progress toward action and goals. Coordinate pitch materials, presentations and responses to Requests for Proposals; review and edit content; support development and maintenance of proposal content and capabilities; ensure follow up with clients after pitches and track actions arising from pitches. Coordinate contributions related to attorney experience and client information into BD systems including CRM and Foundation. Draft and edit marketing collateral, facilitate posting updates to the firm website and intranet as needed. Collate content for internal newsletters and marketing campaigns to drive awareness of the group’s capabilities and experience. Prepare and draft submissions for major awards and legal directories to advance the group’s positioning; maintain repositories of accolades and awards. Ensure marketing communications channels convey consistent messages about the group, including the use of social media in consultation with the digital team; pursue PR opportunities with the help of the communications and media staff. Support brand positioning through conference sponsorships, firm-hosted events, client presentations, seminars and webinars. All other duties as assigned. Requirements
Education:
College degree in Marketing, Business, Communications or related field required. Experience:
3-5 years’ experience in a marketing-related field required, including at least one year of business development experience and demonstrated project leadership. Law firm or professional services experience preferred. Marketing, public relations, events or media experience is a plus, as well as an interest in and ability to understand the legal business environment. Must have demonstrated experience working independently as well as within cross-functional teams. Skills: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software. Technologically savvy and able to quickly learn new database systems. Extremely detail oriented, proactive and self-directed with the ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines. Sound professional judgment and poise when interacting with internal and external contacts. Ability to establish effective firmwide working relationships with individuals at all levels. Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and adapt in a flexible approach. Other
Working Conditions:
You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Some overtime may be required with schedule details discussed with your supervisor. Benefits Package Overview: 401k Plan Medical Health Savings Account Virtual Health Dental Vision Insurance benefits including disability and life coverages Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Family Leave (for eligible exempt and non-exempt staff) College Savings Plan
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