Marketing Assistant - Contract

Builden Partners•Chicago, IL

9d•Remote

About The Position

Builden Partners seeks a Chicago-based 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 Chief Services Officer, 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 Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List in 2025 and 2026. 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 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Canva
Working knowledge of WordPress, HubSpot or Mailchimp, Google Analytics 4 and social media platforms, including LinkedIn, X and Facebook
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Understanding of the confidentiality expectations that come with supporting law firm clients

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 under team direction, including: Website copy, attorney bios, practice group descriptions, case studies 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; Concise, compelling copy that fits required word limits
Completing digital marketing communications projects, including: Email distributions, event invitations and digital ads, including list building and scheduling in HubSpot, Mailchimp or Constant Contact; Website updates and back-end content execution following process documents and templates; Social media post coordination and metrics analysis; Basic graphic design and visual content development using tools such as Canva
Executing event logistics, including: Venue and vendor research; Invitation list management and RSVP tracking; Guest outreach and follow up communications; Day-of technical and logistical support
Conducting secondary research for projects such as: Market intelligence by region or practice group; Sponsorship opportunities; Speaking engagements