Client Development Assistant, Real Estate

Goodwin•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers. The Client Development Assistant for the Real Estate group plays a key role in supporting the firm’s business development and marketing efforts. This position provides the data, process, and coordination backbone for the Real Estate practice, helping ensure CRM accuracy, thoughtful reporting, and smooth execution of client development initiatives. Working closely with attorneys and cross-functional teams, the Assistant provides day-to-day support for relationship-building efforts, maintains practice content, and assists with organizing information and reporting. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys collaboration, organization, and supporting a fast-paced, sophisticated practice in a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, with prior exposure to client development or marketing through internships, co-op programs, or entry-level roles strongly preferred.
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; comfort working with databases, reporting tools, and leveraging AI tools responsibly.
Experience with Dynamics CRM is a plus.
Demonstrated interest in business development, marketing, or client relationship management.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track action items, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a professional demeanor and the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, business professionals, and external contacts at all levels.
Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and creative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
Comfortable working with data, reports, and dashboards to support analytics-driven business development efforts.
Experience supporting senior professionals or client-facing teams preferred.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with a proactive, service-oriented mindset.
Willingness and enthusiasm to develop knowledge of real estate, legal services, and industry trends.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus.
Experience with Dynamics CRM is a plus.
Experience supporting senior professionals or client-facing teams preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of business development initiatives for the Real Estate practice by working closely with attorneys and internal teams on day-to-day marketing and client development needs.
Develop knowledge of Real Estate legal marketing, including key practice areas, market trends, attorneys, and client priorities, and apply that knowledge to support client outreach and initiatives.
Provide operational and data support for client development efforts, including maintaining CRM data, managing client and prospect lists, tracking activities, and assisting with basic reporting.
Coordinate practice group meetings, internal communications, and follow-up actions to ensure consistent execution and information sharing across the team.
Support firm-hosted and firm-sponsored events and outreach initiatives, including invitation management, RSVP tracking, event logistics support, and post-event follow-up.
Gather and organize competitive intelligence and market research in collaboration with the marketing research team to support pitches, events, and client development activities.
Assist with maintaining organized files, templates, tools, and systems that support efficient and effective business development processes, and take on additional projects as needed to support team objectives.