Strategic Market Development Specialist

K&L Gates; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

K&L Gates seeks a Market Development Specialist to join our Charlotte office (also Charlotte, Charleston, Nashville, Raleigh or RTP). You will support local marketing and business development programs for multiple offices, collaborating with Senior Managers and Client Growth team members to drive brand awareness and client engagement.

The role requires a self-starter with excellent communication, teamwork and project management skills, able to work independently and as part of a team to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications with 3–5 years in professional services or related environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support client growth initiatives for assigned markets and collaborate with practice leaders.
• Coordinate local sponsorships, events, surveys, and firm participation in civic activities.
• Assist in developing partnerships with local organizations and educational events.
• Provide strategic input for market programming and track ROI on events.
• Foster a culture of business development and support in offices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications

Job description

K&L Gates seeks a Market Development Specialist to join our Charlotte office (also Charlotte, Charleston, Nashville, Raleigh or RTP). You will support local marketing and business development programs for multiple offices, collaborating with Senior Managers and Client Growth team members to drive brand awareness and client engagement.

The role requires a self-starter with excellent communication, teamwork and project management skills, able to work independently and as part of a team to meet