Senior Business Development Coordinator

Morrison Foerster; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage options

Industry-leading parental leave

Education reimbursement

Annual community service day

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is seeking a Senior Business Development Coordinator to join our Marketing team in Washington, DC or New York. The role involves crafting marketing strategies, developing compelling pitches and maintaining marketing materials, ensuring high-quality output with a client-focused approach. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in marketing, at least three years of relevant experience, and strong writing and organizational skills.

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health coverage, parental leave, and wellness programs, helping you thrive both personally and professionally.

Qualifications

• At least three years of professional services marketing experience.
• Law firm background preferred.
• Familiarity with Investigations and White Collar Defense practice areas is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Craft compelling pitches and RFPs.
• Drive targeted marketing strategies across social media.
• Collaborate with attorneys and marketing leadership on presentations.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

Organizational skills

Client focus

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Ready to write your story? Join MoFo as a SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR on our Marketing team. This role can be based in New York or Washington, DC. https://www.mofo.com/offices

About The Role

As our Senior Business Development Coordinator, you'll be an essential force behind one of our most dynamic practice areas — the Investigations + White Collar Defense Group. From crafting compelling pitches and RFPs to driving targeted marketing strategies across social media, CLE seminars, and industry affiliations, you'll shape how we show up in the market and win new business. You'll collaborate closely with attorneys and marketing leadership to produce polished presentations, high-impact collateral, and seamlessly executed events — all with the precision and client focus that defines our firm.

• Partner with Business Development Managers and the Marketing Central Team to execute BD plans, prepare pitches and RFPs, and track results with actionable recommendations.
• Edit and maintain practice group marketing materials including attorney bios, practice descriptions, and website content, drafting new collateral as needed.
• Build dynamic PowerPoint presentations for partner pitches and internal communications, applying firm brand standards and templates in coordination with Marketing Creative Services.
• Conduct research on prospective targets, industries, and markets using firm and online tools to support pitches, speaking opportunities, and sponsorship decisions.
• Coordinate all aspects of client development seminars — logistics, communications, and implementation — then analyze outcomes and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Coordinate timely submissions to legal directories and League Tables, coordinating with ranking authorities on specifications, codes, and deadlines.
• Monitor data integrity for BD-related statistics and databases, preparing monthly analyses of deal data, pitch activity, and trends to support practice group communications.
• Collaborate across the Marketing team to strengthen communication, share insights, and ensure seamless delivery of marketing programs across offices.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in marketing or a related field, with at least three years of professional services marketing experience; law firm background preferred.
• Familiarity with Investigations and White Collar Defense practice areas is a strong plus.
• Excellent writing, copy editing, and research skills, with the ability to produce focused, polished materials for specialized audiences.
• Meticulous attention to detail across all work product, including written content, data management, and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on complex assignments.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with demonstrated ability to work effectively across a matrixed organization.
• Client-focused approach, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality work that prioritizes client value and satisfaction.
• High degree of professionalism, including discretion with confidential information, accountability, and flexibility to meet the demands of the role.

About MoFo

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Inclusion + Engagement: https://www.mofo.com/community/we-at-mofo
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

About Our Benefits

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

New York salary range: $70k to $99k

Washington, DC salary range: $67k to $93k

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