Coordinator, Client Development & Engagement

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett•New York, NY

1d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Business Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Business Development team by implementing specific marketing and business development strategies through research and analysis, reporting, marketing communications, content administration, events and presentations. This role provides research and analysis about clients, competitors, markets and industries, and supports the Firm’s client development and branding initiatives, ensuring the Firm’s high standard of excellence is met.

Requirements

Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environment
Strong attention to detail and self-motivated to produce accurate, timely and complete work product
Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent research and analytical skills
Strong project management skills, initiative and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Ability to begin to leverage institutional knowledge in own work
Demonstrated introductory knowledge of full range of Business Development skill set
Proficiency in MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
Must be flexible and willing to work overtime as needed
2-4 years of relevant business experience
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Some familiarity with Content Pilot’s suite of products or other experience database preferred
Experience updating/maintaining a website preferred
Demonstrated experience using a Client Relationship Management (CRM) system preferred
Previous experience in a law firm, marketing or professional services field preferred
Major in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, Public relations or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Distribute Firm memoranda; maintain and communicate professional and community services and related client alerts
Maintain website content, Partner biographies and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels
Maintain deal and case experience and help manage engagement database and related databases
Assist with the preparation of directory submissions and survey responses for various legal and business directories and publications
Support the Business Development team with development and maintenance of promotional marketing materials in support of the Firms business development initiatives
Prepare and maintain promotional materials, such as brochures, practice area descriptions, rankings and quotes, varied advertising, posters, flyers and other promotional materials, in conjunction with the Graphic Designer and outside vendors where appropriate
Assist with distribution of varied marketing materials and Firm communications, such as event invitations, ranking submissions, presentation notifications, press releases, summaries and web-related content
Manage data for the Firm’s contact database
Provide competitive intelligence reports and analysis; conduct additional research through database searches, industry resources, and networking as directed
Assist with Firm-sponsored events and presentations
Collaborate with team on draft pitches, proposal materials and presentations when required
Work with stakeholders in other departments and in other offices as needed
Support Business Development projects and other Firm initiatives as needed
Perform additional duties as needed