Business Development Specialist – Litigation & Trial
About The Position
The Business Development Specialist – Litigation & Trial is an integral part of Latham’s Business Development team and will be responsible for working in close collaboration with the Litigation & Trial Business Development (BD) team, key market leaders, and colleagues across the Business Development department to support the Litigation & Trial department’s overall marketing and business development goals, while developing and maintaining in-depth knowledge of practice, market and industry expertise, client mix, matter experience, trade groups, and media. This role will be located in either our Austin, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Silicon Valley or Washington D.C. offices. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Requirements
- Demonstrate the ability to use a high degree of discretion and judgment when handling firm information
- Display the ability to execute multiple work streams and manage priorities effectively
- Possess exceptional oral/written communication and professional interpersonal skills
- Possess well developed analytical and research skills
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in marketing or business, preferably
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience within a law firm or professional services environment
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting litigation practice areas, preferably
Responsibilities
- Developing and maintaining in-depth knowledge of the relevant practice, market and industry expertise , client mix, and matter experience
- Providing research, analysis, and reporting to support client relationships
- Supporting the implementation of business development tactics and initiatives in alignment with the strategic objectives of practices
- Aiding in the execution of cross-selling strategies, including collaborating with relevant BD and business services teams
- Collaborating with BD colleagues and Brand & Communications teams on speaking opportunities, webinars, and other strategic initiatives
- Supporting practice meetings and helping develop internal communications to inform relevant practice and industry groups of significant achievements, development s and market synergies
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
Benefits
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
