Strategic BD Specialist – Legal Market Growth

WilmerHale; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

WilmerHale, a leading international law firm, seeks a Business Development Specialist to support revenue-generating activities across Practice and Industry groups. You will craft persuasive pitch materials, assist with RFPs, and coordinate events and sponsorships, partnering with Communications, Public Relations and Digital Marketing teams to promote deals and notable client news.

The role requires 3–5+ years in legal or professional services marketing, a BA/BS, and comfort with evolving

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven experience in a dynamic environment with high expectations for superior client service, attention to detail and quality.
• Thrives in a collegial team environment with a flexible mindset and willingness to collaborate.
• Strong time management skills to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Research skills and the ability to turn data into succinct deliverables for lawyers.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Prepares sophisticated pitch materials, including RFP responses.
• Leads and coordinates firm events and audience development.
• Supports sponsorships and annual memberships to leverage benefits.
• Researches companies, industries, marketplaces and competitors to inform pitches.
• Gathers intelligence on industry trends to position the firm for growth.
• Contributes to market recognition through legal directory submissions (e.g., Chambers USA).
• Supports promotion of deals, matters, client news and practice highlights.

Skills

Excellent written & oral communication

Client service

Time management

Research skills

Independent work

Adapt to AI tools

Education

BA/BS

Job description

WilmerHale, a leading international law firm, seeks a Business Development Specialist to support revenue-generating activities across Practice and Industry groups. You will craft persuasive pitch materials, assist with RFPs, and coordinate events and sponsorships, partnering with Communications, Public Relations and Digital Marketing teams to promote deals and notable client news.

The role requires 3–5+ years in legal or professional services marketing, a BA/BS, and comfort with evolving