Business Development Senior Specialist

Freshfields; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshfields US LLP is seeking a Business Development Senior Specialist to lead US corporate marketing and business development initiatives, aligning with global strategy. You will craft pitches, campaigns and content, collaborate across practices and geographies, and support key client relationships for the US corporate practice.

You will mentor junior colleagues, manage multiple deadlines, and contribute to opportunity identification while maintaining high-quality collateral and experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 4+ years in a professional services firm with corporate/finance focus preferred.
• Strong written, presentation and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple US and global stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead US corporate marketing and business development initiatives with the US Global Transactions leadership.
• Craft pitches, campaigns, content and credentials to support client opportunities.
• Oversee collateral materials, experience lists and marketing resources for accuracy.
• Produce content, campaigns, events and award submissions to engage clients and enhance reputation.
• Mentor junior colleagues on live projects.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Sharepoint

Pitchbook

Mergermarket

Job description

About Marketing & Business Development (MBD)

MBD is a dynamic global team which includes business development specialists, research analysts, brand, marketing and communications experts. By working collaboratively, our team shapes the firm’s client strategy, completes analysis of complex business issues, targets opportunities, develops compelling proposals and creates content and marketing campaigns that lead our digital presence. Together, we define the client experience and shape the perception of Freshfields around the globe.

Key responsibilities and deliverables

As a Business Development Senior Specialist, you will apply your understanding of the Firm’s Global Transactions Client Strategy to align and drive Freshfields' Business Development and Marketing activities. You will work closely with the US Global Transactions Senior Business Development Manager alongside US and global colleagues to spearhead the business development activities, including crafting pitches, campaigns, content/credentials creation, directory submissions, and supporting on key client relationships for the practice. You will also work closely with colleagues across other practice areas and geographies to spot opportunities for collaboration and sharing of best practices.

In this role, you will:

• Respond to the specific challenges and opportunities for the US corporate practice
• Support and execute on US and global corporate practice marketing and business development strategy
• Create and manage compelling proposals and pitches to respond to fast turn‑around bids, strategic panels, or other opportunities
• Maintain the quality and accuracy of each practice’s collateral materials, experience lists, and related marketing resources.
• Produce and oversee US corporate specific content, campaigns, events and relevant directory and award submissions to increase engagement with key clients and enhance the personal brands of leading practitioners and the firm’s global reputation
• Identify strategies for new business opportunities by staying informed about clients’ present and emerging needs and the issues and trends in their industries
• Mentor and guide junior colleagues on live work projects

Key requirements (Communication/skills/experience)

• This role is eligible to be primarily remote from California, with the expectation of occasional travel to a Freshfields US office location
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 4+ years’ experience working for a professional services firm with a particular focus on corporate - restructuring and/or finance specific experience is preferred
• Strong emotional intelligence, independent thinking and execution, and sound judgment
• Excellent collaboration skills, with a focus on building strong relationships internally and externally
• A high level of attention to detail
• Experience managing multiple US and global stakeholders
• Strong multi-tasking and project management skills and demonstrated capabilities to manage multiple deadlines, changing project criteria and maintaining calm under pressure
• Excellent written, presentation and oral communications skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and high expectations
• Natural curiosity and dedication to learning; passion to grow into a well-rounded business development practitioner
• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Suite software
• Experience with some or all of the following systems is preferred: Foundation, Salesforce and Sharepoint.
• Experience with databases such as Pitchbook, Mergermarket, Refinitiv, CapitalIQ, and Preqin a plus.

Freshfields is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the States of New York and California and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $125,000 to $150,000.

EEO Statement

Freshfields US LLP is proud to be an equal employment employer. Our policies and practices will be free from unlawful discrimination based upon race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, military service, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We strive to promote an atmosphere that encourages equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment.

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