Client Development Specialist

Akerman LLP; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP seeks a Client Development Specialist for the Litigation Practice Group. The role supports business plans, develops client materials, and coordinates submissions for directories and publications.

The candidate will manage multiple priorities in a hybrid environment and build relationships across the firm. Strong communication, detail orientation, and MS Office proficiency are essential, with 4+ years in a business development or marketing capacity in professional services.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in business development or marketing in a professional services firm.
• Experience with AmLaw 100 or similar preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans to support practice group goals.
• Develop client-specific presentations, proposals, RFP/RFI responses, and other client-facing materials.
• Track completed matter details and manage practice submissions for directories, databases, and other publications as needed.
• Assist in the planning and execution of sponsorships and client events.
• Project management of various MCD initiatives for the litigation PG.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Adobe

Job description

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States.

Akerman is seeking aClient Development Specialist in the Litigation Practice Group. The Client Development Specialist assists in implementing programs that support practice group business plans and enhance the business and reputation of the firm. The incumbent will successfully assist in managing multiple competing priorities within a matrix environment and establish solid working relationships with diverse personalities across multiple offices. Akerman is committed to a hybrid environment that promotes flexibility, collaboration, and professional growth.

Responsibilities :

• Works under the direction and supervision of the Senior Client Development Manager, (Litigation PG) and practice leadership to develop and implement business development plans to support practice group goals
• Develops client-specific presentations, proposals, RFP/RFI responses, and other client-facing materials
• Tracks completed matter details and manages practice submissions for directories, databases, and other publications as needed
• Assists in the planning and execution of sponsorships and client events
• Project management of various MCD initiatives for the litigation PG

Qualifications :

• 4+ years of experience, preferably with an AmLaw 100, financial services, or professional services firm, in a business development or marketing role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to meet multiple and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work with individuals at all levels across the firm, and to work well in a team environment, collaborating effectively with team members with varying perspectives
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. EOE

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