Business Development Coordinator

McGuireWoods LLP • Richmond, VA

11d • $68,300 - $95,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

McGuireWoods is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to join its business development team, which works across geographic lines to support revenue-generating opportunities for departments, industry teams, and client teams. The position is available in the firm’s Richmond, Virginia; Washington, DC; and Charlotte, North Carolina offices. McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least one year of experience in marketing, business and practice development, or a related field.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with staff, lawyers, service providers, and clients.
• Ability to multitask effectively and prioritize short- and long-term project deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Draft and project-manage directory submissions, such as Chambers and Legal 500, and other practice- or industry-specific rankings.
• Maintain lists used to report on business development plan return on investment.
• 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, managing the editing process, and producing error-free deliverables.
• Assist with budget management.
• Help organize and execute in-person and virtual events, seminars, webinars, receptions, sponsorships, and attorney speaking engagements, including invitations and electronic communications, agenda preparation, materials management, RSVPs, website presence, and external sponsors.

Benefits

• Hybrid remote option for most employees, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to Harvey, a legal-specific AI tool that reduces time spent on routine tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level