Business Development Proposals Specialist

Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP in Chicago is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to support the firm’s business development by working with attorneys, practice leaders, and the Marketing and Business Development Director. The role assists with pitches, proposals, credentials, and client-facing materials, and conducts client, prospect, industry, and competitor research.

You will maintain representative matters, experience data, and attorney credentials, track proposals, and help with routine

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, English, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
• 2+ years of marketing, communications, or business development experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Experience supporting proposals and business writing in a professional services setting preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and e-marketing tools (Vuture) a plus.
• Working knowledge of AP style guidelines.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills (including writing, grammar, spelling, proofreading, and attention to detail)
• Strong professional writing and proofreading skills, with experience preparing or supporting RFPs, new business proposals, press releases, or other client-facing materials
• Familiarity with the services provided by a multi-practice law firm
• Self-starter, highly organized, detail-focused, and able to collaborate with attorneys at all levels in the firm
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and practice leaders with their business development priorities and client growth initiatives
• Coordinate client development, cross-selling, and relationship-building initiatives
• Perform other duties as requested by the Business Development Manager and the Marketing and Business Development Director
• Assist with the preparation of pitches, proposals, RFP responses, and capabilities materials
• Maintain representative matters, experience databases, and attorney credentials
• Assist in developing tailored business development materials for client pursuits
• Track RFPs, pitches, and proposal results and assist with status reports for the Marketing and Business Development Director, Business Development Manager, and firm leadership
• Coordinate legal directory, ranking, and award submissions, including drafting, reviewing, and editing submission materials
• Coordinate attorney interviews, references, and supporting materials
• Track results and identify opportunities for increased recognition
• Track and communicate results and assist with the annual comparison report of the firm’s results
• Maintain templates and documented processes for directory and award submissions and suggest updates as needed
• Conduct client, prospect, industry, and competitor research
• Support strategic targeting initiatives
• Compile and organize research findings for attorneys and practice groups

Skills

Strong writing

Research skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, English, public relations, journalism, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Vuture

Job description

Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP in Chicago is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to support the firm’s business development by working with attorneys, practice leaders, and the Marketing and Business Development Director. The role assists with pitches, proposals, credentials, and client-facing materials, and conducts client, prospect, industry, and competitor research.

You will maintain representative matters, experience data, and attorney credentials, track proposals, and help with routine