Senior Business Development Coordinator - (Hybrid Schedule)

Reed Smith; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Coordinator to implement marketing strategies for their client development team. This hybrid role involves coordinating marketing efforts, managing client relationships, and enhancing the firm's visibility and collaboration across practice groups. Ideal candidates should have a degree in marketing or business, along with relevant experience in business development, strong project management abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Virtual Health Services

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a marketing related field.
• At least one year of business development experience.
• Law firm or professional services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong working relationships with key group members.
• Coordinate pitch materials and responses to Requests for Proposals.
• Draft and edit marketing collateral.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Project management

Strong organizational skills

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

College degree in Marketing, Business, Communications or related field

Job description

Senior Business Development Coordinator - (Hybrid Schedule)

Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions and regulatory matters.

Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) across more than 30 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, operate as one global partnership to drive progress for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

Position Summary

The Senior Business Development (BD) Coordinator will support and implement the business development tactics for RS Legal Solutions, a group of lawyers, technologists and consultants who provide innovative solutions to clients in the areas of AI strategy, technology assessment, e-discovery and transaction management. The Senior Coordinator will also support the Director of Client Development for this group. This role will liaise across other practice groups and task forces in the firm with a primary focus on enhancing the group’s profile, strengthening relationships with key clients, and creating opportunities for collaboration across groups. While primarily a US position, the successful candidate will work with peers throughout the globe, liaising with both BD and partners worldwide. This highly detail oriented and organized professional will provide practical and tactical support to drive revenue through a full spectrum of marketing and BD efforts. Together with the group members and the Director of Client Development, the successful candidate will provide support on initiatives, thought-leadership activity, campaigns and campaign components. This individual will carry through with project planning and ROI measurement, staying close to market trends and maintaining an awareness of competitors.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Interact with group leaders and other key group members on firmwide BD activities; develop strong working relationships and maintain a high level of day-to-day interaction with group members. Support the Director of Client Development.
• Coordinate pitch materials, presentations and responses to Requests for Proposals; review and edit content where necessary; support the development and maintenance of proposal content and capabilities. Ensure follow up is sought from client post pitch; track and act on actions which arise; assess how feedback can be used to enhance win rate.
• Coordinate contributions and input related to group member’s experience and client information into business development systems including CRM and Foundation.
• Draft and edit marketing collateral, including practice area descriptions and biographies; facilitate posting updates to firm website and intranet as needed.
• Collate content for internal newsletters and marketing campaigns to drive awareness throughout the firm of the group's capabilities and experience.
• Prepare and draft submissions for major awards and legal directories to further the awareness and positioning of the group; maintain repositories of practice group accolades and awards.
• Assist in the development of agendas and presentations for strategy meetings; prepare and circulate meeting summaries to report on progress towards action and goals.
• Ensure all marketing communications channels are exploited to convey consistent messages about the group and its experience, including the use of social media in consultation with the digital team. Work with our communications and media staff to identify and pursue PR opportunities in key legal trade and industry publications and industry surveys.
• Support strategy for brand positioning efforts, including the management of conference sponsorships, client presentations, seminars and webinars.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

Education: College degree in Marketing, Business, Communications or related field required.

Experience: 3-5 years' experience in a marketing related field required, including at least one year of business development experience and demonstrated project leadership. Law firm or professional services experience preferred. Previous marketing, public relations, events or media experience a plus, as well as an interest in and ability to understand the legal business environment, including industry terminology. Must have demonstrated experience working independently as well as within cross-functional teams in a collaborative, professional environment.

Skills:

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Technologically savvy and able to quickly learn new database systems.
• Extremely detail oriented, proactive and self-directed with ability to independently manage and appropriately prioritize multiple projects and competing priorities under tight deadlines, sometimes with minimal oversight.
• Able to demonstrate sound professional judgement and a high degree of poise and professionalism when interact with internal and external contacts.
• Comfortable establishing effective firmwide working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Possess, and be willing to continue to develop, strong organizational, project management and problem solving skills.

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Equipment To Be Used:Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis and complete assignments within set timelines.
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion and adapt to changing work situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with various personalities at all levels.
• Ability to utilize technology, including computers and telecommunication devices.
• Ability to read and interpret written documents, computer screens and other visual displays accurately.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communication, including conversations and instructions, is important for effective collaboration and communication
• Must work in office as required.

Working Conditions: You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor.

Pay Ranges:

This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith’s pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

• Chicago/Philadelphia: $90,000 - $102,506
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Virtual Health Services
• Vision Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Family Leave (for eligible Exempt and Non-Exempt staff)
• College Savings Plan
• Back-up Child Care Services
• College Coach Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Sick Time (for Exempt staff)
• Paid Time Off (available to all full-time, non-temporary employees)

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401(k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.

Qualified candidates only. No search firms.