Specialist, Client Development - Private Equity

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Client Development Engagement Specialist in New York to support global business development initiatives. The role involves organizing information about the Firm’s practice areas and clients, conducting research, and ensuring communication standards.

Ideal candidates will possess strong research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience in business development or marketing are essential. Salary range is $95,000 to $120,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in business development or marketing.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.
• Experience in a law firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Firm’s engagement database and core information.
• Research and analyze clients, competitors, and market trends.
• Draft pitches and marketing materials for new business opportunities.
• Coordinate Firm-sponsored events and manage promotional materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Research and analytical abilities

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or related field

Tools

Client Relationship Management (CRM) system

Content Pilot’s products experience

Job description

Job Overview

The Client Development Engagement Specialist supports the Firm’s global business development initiatives by organizing and leveraging information about the Firm’s practice areas and lawyers, and providing research and analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends, and industries. This role ensures work product, communications and critical functions meet the Firm’s high standard of excellence, and supports the implementation of strategic plans to drive growth and consistency across key business initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure the integrity of the Firm’s engagement database and other core information (engagement information, fact sheets, attorneys’ biographies, deal and experience lists, rankings/awards, practice area descriptions, client contacts).
• Research and provide analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends, and industries.
• Maintain website content, attorney biographies, practice group descriptions, and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels: web, print, and electronic formats.
• Assist with drafting customized pitches, responses to RFPs, and other marketing materials for new business opportunities and client meetings.
• Serve as a resource regarding corporate practice areas, attorney expertise, related organizations, media, and market positioning; stay abreast of industry/market developments and trends.
• Work with Business Development team to ensure consistent communication of key initiatives and cross‑practice opportunities.
• Coordinate Firm‑sponsored events, webinars, presentations, and event logistics (formatting invitations, tracking RSVPs, preparing name badges, promotional materials, and follow‑up).
• Manage creation of advertising, posters, flyers, and other promotional materials, working with the Graphic Designer and outside vendors when appropriate.
• Support Business Development projects and other Firm initiatives as needed.
• Work with stakeholders in other Departments and offices, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, English, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be flexible and willing to work additional hours as needed.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and self‑motivated to produce accurate, timely, and complete work product.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Strong project management skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills to make sound decisions, provide solutions, or recommendations, and to escalated as appropriate.
• Ability to interact well and build professional relationships through networking and collaboration while maintaining a high level of customer service, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Ability to effectively communicate and engage Partners, Senior members, and clients as appropriate.
• Strong learning aptitude and demonstrated Business Development skill set.
• Proven strong technical and presentation skills with value add essential in the role.
• Ability to anticipate requests for information essential to meet internal and external client needs and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to quickly develop organizational astuteness and understand the Firm’s culture, vision, policies, and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in marketing and business development in a law firm.
• Familiarity with Content Pilot’s suite of products or other database experience.
• Experience updating/maintaining a website.
• Experience using a Client Relationship Management (CRM) system.

Salary Information

NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, years of experience, education, certifications, and location of the applicant.

EEO Statement

The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment in any aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and other employment terms. Simpson Thacker will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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