Business Development Coordinator

McGuireWoods LLP•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

McGuireWoods is searching for a Business Development Coordinator to join a highly skilled, energetic business development team. The business development team works across geographic lines to support revenue-generating opportunities for departments, industry teams and client teams. This position is available in our Richmond, VA, Washington DC, and Charlotte, NC offices. McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree
A minimum of one year of experience in marketing, business and practice development, or a related field
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills – written and oral – and communicate effectively with staff, lawyers, service providers, and clients
Ability to effectively multitask and prioritize short and long-term project deadlines
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Attention to detail, ensuring a quality product
Good systems and database skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM applications
Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms

Nice To Haves

exposure to a professional services firm, preferably a law firm environment, is a plus

Responsibilities

Draft and project manage directory submissions (e.g. Chambers, Legal 500) and other practice or industry-specific rankings
Maintain various lists critical for reporting on BD plan ROI
Track incoming work and referrals, practice group successes, opportunity outcomes, and targeting efforts
Maintain and update collateral, representative work, and website content
Assist with pitches and proposals, including drafting, accurately managing the editing process, and producing error-free deliverables
Assist with budget management
Support team with organizing and executing in-person and virtual events, seminars, webinars, receptions, sponsorships and attorney speaking engagements (includes: invites/eCommunications, agenda preparation, materials management, RSVPs, website presence, external sponsors, etc.)