Business Development Coordinator

Crowell & Moring • Chicago, IL

4d • $55,800 - $81,000

About The Position

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Business Development Coordinator partners closely with assigned transactional practice groups to support strategic business development and marketing initiatives that advance firmwide growth objectives. Reporting to the Director of Business Development, this role collaborates with attorneys and colleagues across Marketing & Branding, Communications, and Client Development to support pitches, client programs, thought leadership, and market intelligence initiatives. The position requires strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, professional services environment.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented, professional environment.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with attorneys, staff, and external vendors.
• High level of attention to detail and follow-through.
• Comfort learning and using technology platforms and data-driven tools.
• The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Equivalent training and experience may substitute for education.
• The position requires a minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with both the Business Manager of Business Development and Director of Business Development to contribute to and assist in the development and execution of strategic plans to drive business development.
• Help to draft initial responses to pitches and proposals.
• Help to draft, edit and submit ranking and directory submissions (e.g. Chambers, Law360), including data gathering, drafting, and deadline management
• Works with both the Manager of Business Development and Director of Business Development to develop practice group website content and marketing collateral.
• Plans and ensures the successful execution of client development events, such as seminars and webinars.
• Supports attorneys with client alerts, blogs, podcasts, newsletters, and other thought leadership initiatives.
• Initiates and analyzes client, market, competitor and industry research to inform business development strategies.
• Working in collaboration with practice group leadership and the Director of Business Development, develops agendas for meetings and prepares and circulates meeting summaries. Helps to identify and execute the next steps identified during meetings.
• Maintains group intranet site and repository of relevant business development information.
• Enters practice group data into various knowledge management systems, including business development tracker, experience manager and InterAction, the firm’s CRM.
• Supports lateral integration.
• Assists with running financial queries and reports.

Benefits

• Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities.
• We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees