Strategic BD Specialist - Litigation & IP

Alston & Bird; Washington; On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Alston & Bird LLP is seeking a Business Development Specialist to support a high‑impact litigation practice. You will work under the Business Development Senior Manager, assisting with day‑to‑day marketing, pitches, RFP responses, and nominations for ranking bodies while coordinating events and content updates across practice groups.

The role requires a proactive, highly organized self‑starter with strong grammar, editing skills, and a client‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Preferred fields include journalism, English, marketing, management, communications or related business disciplines
• 3–5 years of relevant experience required
• Prior experience in marketing, business development, or practice management strongly preferred
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with lawyers in assigned practice groups/teams to act as primary contact for day‑to‑day marketing, business and practice development needs.
• Prepare pitches and RFP responses, collaborating with lawyers and other team members as needed based on pitch requirements.
• Prepare award nominations, surveys, and submissions for directory and ranking authorities such as Chambers, Legal 500, and Best Lawyers/Best Law Firms.
• Coordinate sponsorships, memberships, and event attendance at client and industry events to increase visibility and brand.
• Coordinate with attorneys and BD colleagues to update website content, bios, and other marketing materials for assigned practice groups/teams.
• Assist with PowerPoints, CLE materials, experience database content updates, Area and Group meetings, etc.

Job description

Alston & Bird LLP is seeking a Business Development Specialist to support a high‑impact litigation practice. You will work under the Business Development Senior Manager, assisting with day‑to‑day marketing, pitches, RFP responses, and nominations for ranking bodies while coordinating events and content updates across practice groups.

The role requires a proactive, highly organized self‑starter with strong grammar, editing skills, and a client‑oriented mindset.