O'Melveny & Myers LLP
Business Development Specialist
O'Melveny & Myers LLP, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Business Development Specialist
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O'Melveny & Myers LLP
It’s more than what you do: it’s how you do it. That’s why O’Melveny is counsel of choice to an ever-expanding list of market leaders. Opportunity at O’Melveny means working alongside dynamic and team-oriented colleagues on evolving legal and business issues and opportunities for prominent clients around the world. It’s a place to build a rewarding career by tackling new challenges; being appreciated, included, and supported; and creating lasting connections. With approximately 800 lawyers on three continents, more than 80 practice and industry service areas, and strong cultural ties to all of our locations, O’Melveny is a global law firm with a local feel. At our core, you’ll find a dedication to excellence, a drive to lead and innovate, and a deep sense of civic responsibility.
O’Melveny has an immediate opening for a
Business Development Specialist . This position can be based out of our
Washington, DC
office. The firm’s Client Development Department works closely with firm leadership and partners in promoting the firm, managing client relationships, strategizing on new business opportunities, preparing materials to compete effectively in the marketplace, and managing activities with a focus on our clients’ experiences.
Responsibilities
Strategizes and advises practice and industry group leaders and the Managing Partner of their designated office on the development and execution of business development strategy.
Provides guidance and advises attorneys on how to effectively implement and execute business development goals and initiatives.
Drafts and prepares pitches, RFP responses, presentations, talking points and background briefing materials.
Manages submissions to rankings, directories and other publications and contests.
Creates marketing materials including collaterals, website content and one-off pieces to support business development efforts.
Establishes the agenda and organizes practice and industry group and office meetings, as needed.
Gathers intelligence, along with our Competitive Intelligence team, on firm clients / targets and market trends to provide practice and industry group attorneys with an understanding of the competitive landscape and to position the firm for increased effectiveness in winning new business.
Plans and implements CLE events, sponsorships, client meetings as well as in-person and virtual events. Supports event needs including materials (i.e., drafting copy for event invitations and sponsorships) and oversees event logistics.
Prepares and tracks Client Development budgets for assigned practice and industry groups.
Partners with the Communications team on public relations opportunities.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in a marketing, business or communications-related field is highly preferred, as is an advanced degree.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a marketing and/or business development-related position in a professional services environment; law firm experience is strongly preferred.
Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills and has the ability to multitask.
Highly customer service oriented, technologically savvy, organized, and meticulous.
Demonstrates good judgment in a multiple leader, team oriented, and fast-paced environment.
The salary range in DC for this role is $85,000 – $100,000 and represents the firm’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location.
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package. For more information, or to be considered for this position, please apply online at www.omm.com. Response will be given to candidates who closely meet our qualifications. EOE M/F/D/V. No phone inquiries please.
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Business Development Specialist
role at
O'Melveny & Myers LLP
It’s more than what you do: it’s how you do it. That’s why O’Melveny is counsel of choice to an ever-expanding list of market leaders. Opportunity at O’Melveny means working alongside dynamic and team-oriented colleagues on evolving legal and business issues and opportunities for prominent clients around the world. It’s a place to build a rewarding career by tackling new challenges; being appreciated, included, and supported; and creating lasting connections. With approximately 800 lawyers on three continents, more than 80 practice and industry service areas, and strong cultural ties to all of our locations, O’Melveny is a global law firm with a local feel. At our core, you’ll find a dedication to excellence, a drive to lead and innovate, and a deep sense of civic responsibility.
O’Melveny has an immediate opening for a
Business Development Specialist . This position can be based out of our
Washington, DC
office. The firm’s Client Development Department works closely with firm leadership and partners in promoting the firm, managing client relationships, strategizing on new business opportunities, preparing materials to compete effectively in the marketplace, and managing activities with a focus on our clients’ experiences.
Responsibilities
Strategizes and advises practice and industry group leaders and the Managing Partner of their designated office on the development and execution of business development strategy.
Provides guidance and advises attorneys on how to effectively implement and execute business development goals and initiatives.
Drafts and prepares pitches, RFP responses, presentations, talking points and background briefing materials.
Manages submissions to rankings, directories and other publications and contests.
Creates marketing materials including collaterals, website content and one-off pieces to support business development efforts.
Establishes the agenda and organizes practice and industry group and office meetings, as needed.
Gathers intelligence, along with our Competitive Intelligence team, on firm clients / targets and market trends to provide practice and industry group attorneys with an understanding of the competitive landscape and to position the firm for increased effectiveness in winning new business.
Plans and implements CLE events, sponsorships, client meetings as well as in-person and virtual events. Supports event needs including materials (i.e., drafting copy for event invitations and sponsorships) and oversees event logistics.
Prepares and tracks Client Development budgets for assigned practice and industry groups.
Partners with the Communications team on public relations opportunities.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in a marketing, business or communications-related field is highly preferred, as is an advanced degree.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a marketing and/or business development-related position in a professional services environment; law firm experience is strongly preferred.
Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills and has the ability to multitask.
Highly customer service oriented, technologically savvy, organized, and meticulous.
Demonstrates good judgment in a multiple leader, team oriented, and fast-paced environment.
The salary range in DC for this role is $85,000 – $100,000 and represents the firm’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location.
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package. For more information, or to be considered for this position, please apply online at www.omm.com. Response will be given to candidates who closely meet our qualifications. EOE M/F/D/V. No phone inquiries please.
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