Client Development Specialist

Akerman LLP; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP, one of the nation’s premier law firms, is seeking a Client Development Specialist in the Litigation Practice Group. This role focuses on developing and implementing business development plans and enhancing the firm's business and reputation.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in a similar role, a Bachelor’s degree, and exceptional customer service skills. The position offers a hybrid environment that promotes flexibility and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4+ years of experience in business development or marketing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans.
• Create client-specific presentations and proposals.
• Track completed matter details for directories.
• Assist in planning and executing client events.
• Project management of MCD initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Customer service

Project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Proficiency in MS Excel

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency in Adobe

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 a Client 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

• Bachelor’s degree
• 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