Legal Marketing Assistant

Builden Partners•Chicago, IL

33d•Hybrid

About The Position

Builden Partners seeks a Legal Marketing Assistant to support the development and execution of marketing and business development strategies for our growing roster of law firm clients. Under the direction of the Director of Client Service, this position will work closely with internal team members to advance the written and tactical marketing efforts across multiple clients. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with 1-2 years of marketing experience, exceptional organizational and project management skills, excellent communication abilities and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment. About Builden Builden is a full-service marketing agency redefining how law firms approach marketing and business development. Headquartered in Chicago with clients across the country, our process-driven approach to law firm marketing has fueled remarkable growth, earning us a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List. Serving a diverse client base ranging from premier legal boutiques to global powerhouses, we transform fragmented marketing efforts into cohesive, forward-looking strategies that resonate with clients and drive growth. At the same time, our friendly, supportive culture fosters collaboration and mutual support.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism or a related discipline, or 1-2 years of relevant experience in a marketing agency, PR agency, law firm or professional services setting
Exceptional written communication skills, including persuasive marketing writing and the ability to synthesize complex content
Strong verbal communication skills
Proficiency in social media platforms, Canva, CRMs and analytics tools
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail

Nice To Haves

An entrepreneurial mindset and a positive attitude
A growth mindset and is receptive to constructive feedback
A proactive and independent working style
A commitment to ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

Drafting marketing content, including: Website copy, bios, practice group descriptions and case wins
Social media copy for LinkedIn, X and Facebook
Client newsletters, alerts and press releases
Award submissions, including award and list tracking management
PowerPoint and proposal content, including layout and formatting
Marketing collateral, such as pitch decks and brochures
Completing digital marketing communications projects, including: Email distributions, event invitations and digital ads
Website updates and back-end content execution
Social media post coordination and metrics analysis
Basic graphic design and visual content development
Executing event logistics, including: Venue research
Invitation list management
Tracking RSVPs and guest outreach
Vendor research
Day-of webinar technical and logistical support
Conducting secondary research for projects such as: Market intelligence by region or practice group
Sponsorship opportunities
Speaking engagements