Business Development Specialist

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainor Staffing is seeking a Business Development Specialist for a leading law firm in New York, NY. The role involves supporting business development initiatives and preparing marketing materials. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years in business development or marketing, preferably in a law firm.

The position offers a hybrid work model with a salary range of $95,000 to $105,000 annually, depending on experience. Gainor is committed to equal employment opportunity, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of business development or marketing experience, preferably in a law firm.
• Experience preparing pitches, proposals, and RFP responses.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support business development and marketing initiatives for the firm's litigation practices.
• Prepare pitches, proposals, and client-facing marketing materials.
• Conduct market and competitive research to identify business opportunities.
• Coordinate client events and sponsorships.

Skills

Business development experience

Marketing experience

Strong writing skills

Project management skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Proposal management platforms

Job description

Our client, a leading law firm based in NYC, is seeking a Business Development Specialist.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• You have 2–5 years of business development or marketing experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
• Experienced preparing pitches, proposals, and RFP responses
• Strong writing, editing, and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; CRM and proposal management platform experience is a plus

What You'll Do

• Support business development and marketing initiatives for the firm's litigation practices
• Prepare pitches, proposals, presentations, and client-facing marketing materials
• Conduct market, client, and competitive research to identify business opportunities
• Maintain practice descriptions, attorney biographies, and marketing databases
• Coordinate client events, sponsorships, and profile-raising initiatives
• Track business development activity and collaborate with attorneys and marketing leadership on strategic projects

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality pitches and marketing materials help drive new business opportunities
• Attorneys receive proactive, responsive business development support
• Marketing initiatives and client events are executed efficiently
• Business development efforts strengthen client relationships and market visibility

Salary Range: $95,000 – 105,000 annually, based on experience

Location: New York, NY – Hybrid

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.