Coordinator, Business Development – M&A, Private Equity

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a proactive Business Development and Marketing Assistant to support matter marketing, pitch development, and client outreach within a leading law firm.

You will maintain matter databases, draft matter descriptions for M&A and Private Equity, prepare league tables, coordinate submissions for Chambers, Legal 500, and IFLR, and help develop compelling proposals and presentations for prospects and clients in the New York market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Finance, Business, or Marketing preferred.
• 1-3 years of business development or marketing experience at a law firm or professional services firm is desirable.
• Ability to work confidently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain matter databases and record updates for precedent, marketing, and business development purposes.
• Draft matter descriptions for M&A and Private Equity-related deals.
• Prepare M&A league table submissions.
• Prepare deal lists for pitch and submission opportunities by matter type, geography, and industry.
• Update print and digital marketing materials.
• Coordinate legal directories, awards, and industry guide submissions, including Chambers, Legal 500, and IFLR.
• Research existing and prospective clients, competitor activity, and market trends and opportunities.
• Assist with content development for presentations, proposals, and pitch materials.
• Assist with conference and event participation.
• Support special projects for the Business Development team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

• Maintain matter databases and record updates for precedent, marketing, and business development purposes
• Draft matter descriptions for M&A and Private Equity-related deals
• Prepare M&A league table submissions
• Prepare deal lists for pitch and submission opportunities by matter type, geography, and industry
• Update print and digital marketing materials
• Coordinate legal directories, awards, and industry guide submissions, including Chambers, Legal 500, and IFLR
• Research existing and prospective clients, competitor activity, and market trends and opportunities
• Assist with content development for presentations, proposals, and pitch materials
• Assist with conference and event participation
• Support special projects for the Business Development team

Requirements

• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work confidently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to maintain professional composure in high-pressure situations and a fast-paced, multi-authority environment
• Highly motivated, responsive, and conscientious, with a commitment to excellent client service
• Sharp eye for detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Bachelor's Degree required; Finance, Business, or Marketing preferred
• 1-3 years of business development or marketing experience at a law firm or professional services firm

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in business development and marketing within a legal context, with strong capabilities in project management, client service, and content development for presentations and proposals. Proficient in maintaining databases and preparing marketing materials for M&A and Private Equity-related deals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Business Development Experience
• Project Management Skills
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Strong Communication Skills
• Detail-Oriented

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Database Management
• Content Development
• M&A Deal Preparation
• Market Research
• Pitch Material Preparation

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Professional Composure
• Motivation
• Responsiveness

Industry Keywords

• M&A
• Private Equity
• Legal Directories
• Chambers
• Legal 500
• IFLR

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word