Senior Business Development Coordinator - (Hybrid)

Company: Reed Smith LLP
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 4, 2025

Job Description:

US Job Description

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.


Firm Information

Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions and regulatory matters.

Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) across more than 30 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, operate as one global partnership to drive progress for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

Position Summary

The Senior Business Development (BD) Coordinator will support and implement the business development tactics for the Corporate practice group alongside the Business Development Manager. This role will liaise across other practice groups and task forces 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 both BD and partners worldwide.This highly detail oriented and organized professional will provide practical and tactical support to drive revenue through a full spectrum of marketing and BD efforts. Together with the BD Manager, the successful candidate will consult key partners on their vision for initiatives, thought-leadership activity, campaigns and campaign components. This individual will carry through with project planning and ROI measurement, staying close to market trends and maintaining an awareness of 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.
Assist in the development of agendas and presentations for practice group strategy meetings; prepare and circulate meeting summaries to report on progress twoards action and goals.
Coordinate pitch materials, presentations and responses to Requests for Proposals; review and edit content where necessary; support the development and maintenance of proposal content and capabilities. Ensure follow up is sought from client post pitch; track and act on actions which arise; assess how feedback can be used to enhance win rate.
Coordinate contributions and input related to attorney experience and client information into business development systems including CRM and Foundation.
Draft and edit marketing collateral, including practice area descriptions and attorney biographies; facilitate posting updates to firm website and intranet as needed.
Coalate content for internal newsletters and marketing campaigns to drive awareness throughout the firm of the group's capabilities and experience.
Prepare and draft submissions for major awards and legal directories to further the awarness and positioning of the group; maintain repositories of practice group accolades and awards.
Ensure all marketing communications channels are exploited to convey consistent messages about the group and its experience, including the use of social media in consultation with the digital team. Work with our communications and media staff to identify and pursue PR opportunities in key legal trade and industry publications and industry surveys.
Support strategy for brand positioning efforts, including the management of conference sponsorships, client presentations, seminars and webinars.
All other duties as assigned

Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time.

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. Previous marketing, public relations, events or media experience a plus, as well as an interest in and ability to understand the legal business environment, including industry terminology. Must have demonstrated experience working independently as well as within cross-functional teams in a collaborative, professional environment.

Experience with content related to M&A, private equity, capital markets or venture capital is a plus.

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 ability to independently manage and appropriately prioritize multiple projects and competing priorities under tight deadlines, sometimes with minimal oversight.
Able to demonstrate sound professional judgement and a high degree of poise and professionalism when interact with internal and external contacts.
Comfortable establishing effective firmwide working relationships with individuals at all levels.
Possess, and be willing to continue to develop, strong organizational, project management and problem solving skills.
Able to work independently as well as part of a team, and be flexible in approach.



Other

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Essential Job Functions:

Ability to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis and complete assignments within set timelines.
Keen problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities and solutions-oriented thinking.
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion and adapt to changing work situations.
Must have flexibility and adaptability to navigate changes, unexpected challenges, and evolving priorities.
Ability to work under pressure with composure and resilience in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with various personalities at all levels.
Ability to have a customer-focused mindset and deliver high-quality service or solutions to internal or external stakeholders.
Attention to detail and accuracy are critical skills necessary for ensuring precision and quality in all tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, intense eye usage, and finger, hand and wrist dexterity associated with prolonged computer use.
Ability to utilize technology, including computers and telecommunication devices.
Ability to read and interpret written documents, computer screens and other visual displays accurately.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communication, including conversations and instructions, is important for effective collaboration and communication.
Must be able to travel for meetings and training as required.
You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor.

Working Conditions: You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor.

Pay Ranges:

This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith's pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Chicago - $90,000 - $116,000
Miami/Dallas - $84,000 - $108,000

Benefits Package Overview:

401k Plan
Medical
Health Savings Account
Virtual Health
Dental
Vision
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity
Critical Illness Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Family Leave (for eligible Exempt and Non-Exempt Staff)
College Savings Plan
Transportation Benefit
Back-up Child Care
College Coach
Pet Insurance
Paid Sick Time (all exempt roles)
Paid Time Off

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.

Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.

Qualified candidates only. No search firms.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

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