Senior Business Development Coordinator (Real Estate Practice)

Morrison Foerster; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison Foerster in New York is seeking a Senior Business Development Coordinator to support the Marketing team and real estate group. You will execute BD initiatives, client outreach, pitches, events, and materials with a client-focused mindset.

You will collaborate with attorneys and firmwide teams to deliver timely support, manage multiple events, and maintain accurate records. A degree with 3+ years of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant business development or marketing experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook; familiarity with AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the execution of business development and marketing initiatives across offices.
• Coordinate a high volume of client events and programs, including seminars, receptions, conferences and other activities; manage invitations, RSVPs, logistics and follow-up.
• Monitor the Real Estate Group Outlook inbox daily and ensure timely follow-up on inquiries.
• Coordinate with PR and Marketing on announcements, thought leadership, and visibility initiatives.
• Support awards and rankings submissions, including Chambers and other directories; maintain calendars and submit materials.
• Draft, edit and update practice descriptions, deal lists, biographies, website content, pitches and client collateral.
• Support client development through research, mailing list maintenance and outreach tracking.
• Assist with coordinating industry conferences, sponsorships and speaking engagements.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Proactive communicator

Education

Bachelor’s degree (marketing/communications/business or related)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

AI tools

Job description

Overview

At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?

Join MoFo as a SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATORon our Marketing team!

This role is based in New York. https://www.mofo.com/offices

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Business Development Coordinator works closely with the Business & Practice Development Manager, Global Real Estate Chair, and Real Estate Group attorneys to support business and practice development initiatives across the global practice. The Coordinator executes business development initiatives, client outreach, pitches, events, sponsorships, marketing materials, research, rankings, and practice reporting. The Coordinator also collaborates with attorneys and firmwide teams to deliver timely, accurate, and client-focused support.

Business Development Coordination

• Coordinate the execution of business development and marketing initiatives across offices. Track project plans, deadlines, approvals, and expenses; support the Manager with budget monitoring, vendor invoices, expense coordination, reimbursement requests, and activity reporting.
• Coordinate a high volume of client events and programs, including large-scale seminars, receptions, client dinners, conferences, CLE trainings, and sports and entertainment outings. Support event concepts and client-specific programming; coordinate invitations, guest lists, RSVPs, attorney communications, calendar invitations, ticket transfers, logistics, and post-event follow-up. Manage multiple events simultaneously, provide on-site staffing and support as needed, and verify all client-facing details before distribution. Maintain accurate event records and prepare post-event attendance reports and summaries as needed.
• Monitor the dedicated Real Estate Group Outlook inbox daily; review and respond to inquiries, manage incoming communications, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding items.
• Coordinate with Public Relations and Marketing colleagues on announcements, thought leadership, client alerts, advertising, and visibility initiatives.
• Support awards and rankings submissions, includingChambers and other real estate-related directories. Maintain submission calendars and trackers, gather matter descriptions and attorney input, and verify accuracy and completeness.
• Draft, edit, proofread, and update practice descriptions, deal lists, attorney biographies, website content, presentations, pitches, RFP materials, representative matters, and targeted client collateral, applying firm standards and ensuring accuracy.
• Support client development efforts through targeted research, client and prospect intelligence, maintenance of mailing lists, and tracking outreach and follow-up activities.
• Assist with researching and coordinating industry conferences, sponsorships, speaking engagements and other visibility opportunities for attorneys, including tracking deadlines and coordinating participation.

Practice Management and Administrative Support

• Coordinate with Practice Administration, Finance, Events, PR, Recruiting, Attorney Development, Technology, and other internal teams to deliver projects efficiently and resolve routine issues independently.
• Assist with lateral recruiting materials, candidate research, and coordination as needed.
• Coordinate selected partner and practice meetings, including scheduling, agendas, materials, attendee communications and timely follow-up on action items.
• Support attorney training and development programs by coordinating schedules, materials, and communications with appropriate teams.
• Coordinate internal gatherings and programming with Events and office teams, ensuring complete and accurate logistics and communications.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; marketing, communications, business, or related field desirable.
• Minimum of three years of relevant business development or marketing experience, preferably in a law firm or comparable professional services environment.
• High degree of motivation, responsibility, accountability, and responsiveness.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, with familiarity with approved AI tools and a proactive approach to leveraging technology to improve efficiency and streamline processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and professionally with attorneys, clients, and colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to anticipate next steps, proactively communicate updates, follow through on outstanding items, and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong writing and proofreading skills, particularly for client-facing communications, invitations, reports, and data.
• Ability to prioritize competing assignments and manage multiple concurrent events and projects, take ownership from start to finish, use available resources to solve routine problems independently, and seek guidance when appropriate.

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://www.mofo.com/community/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.

• Avariety 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 the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances.

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

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