Marketing & Business Development Specialist - Antitrust, Government Relations & Public Affairs, and Government Contracts

Hogan Lovells • Washington DC, DC

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About The Position

The Marketing & Business Development Specialist supports the Antitrust, Government Relations & Public Affairs, and Government Contracts practices. Working with practice leaders, lawyers, and Marketing & Business Development colleagues, the specialist translates commercial priorities and market developments into coordinated, measurable activity. The role combines hands-on delivery with research, recommendations, and ownership of defined, multi-stakeholder projects.

The global Marketing & Business Development team works across practices, regions, clients, and sectors to drive growth, deepen client relationships, strengthen market profile, and deliver exceptional client experiences. The specialist also collaborates with Corporate Communications colleagues across digital marketing, social media, creative and content, public relations, events, and brand. All firm members are expected to participate in the global Responsible Business Program. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, research, and project management skills, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines, organize inputs from multiple stakeholders, and follow through on complex projects.
• Confident, collaborative communication style and ability to work effectively with lawyers, Marketing & Business Development colleagues, and Business Team teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Four or five or more years of relevant experience in marketing, business development, client service, or communications is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CRM, experience databases, proposal platforms, content tools, AI, or similar systems.
• Legal or regulated-industry experience.
• Commercial curiosity and interest in antitrust, government relations and public affairs, and/or government contracts.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proactive self-starter who brings structure, judgment, and momentum to projects.
• Strong relationship builder who enjoys working across teams, geographies, and subject-matter areas.
• Comfort balancing detail with the bigger picture and translating ideas into practical next steps.
• Motivation by meaningful responsibility, continuous development, and contribution to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of practice marketing and business development plans, including coordination of priority initiatives and deadlines.
• Research clients, prospects, competitors, and markets, and translate insights into recommendations with senior colleagues.
• Evaluate outcomes, return on investment, and value, identifying opportunities and risks.
• Coordinate client-focused pitches and proposals, gather experience, and tailor credentials.
• Maintain accurate matter descriptions and capability materials; bring together cross-practice expertise and manage inputs, deadlines, and delivery risks.
• Conduct client, prospect, competitor, and market research to inform targeting, positioning, and business development priorities.
• Deliver integrated campaigns and thought leadership with Communications, Digital, and Events colleagues.
• Draft and edit client communications, website content, and biographies; coordinate directory and awards submissions with clear, audience-appropriate messaging.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and support client targeting.
• Coordinate seminars, webinars, conferences, sponsorships, and client programs, including targeting, logistics, follow-up, and evaluation.
• Align stakeholders around shared objectives, using diplomacy and senior guidance where needed.
• Lead defined workstreams, clarify responsibilities, track progress, and communicate status.
• Balance competing priorities, coordinate discrete tasks, and escalate risks appropriately.
• Improve processes and capture lessons learned to strengthen efficiency, service delivery, and stakeholder experience.
• Collaborate across teams and geographies, share knowledge, and support junior colleagues through informal mentoring.
• Apply AI and automation thoughtfully, assess outputs, and share effective approaches.
• Participate in the firm's global Responsible Business Program and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Additional forms of compensation, which may include annual discretionary bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level