Practice Development Assistant
About The Position
We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success. This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office. General Description: We are seeking a Practice Development Assistant to join our team to provide business development and marketing support to the firm’s Marketing Department and assigned Section/Practice Group. This role assists with event management, marketing projects, the preparation of practice development and collateral materials, and the ongoing maintenance of the firm’s attorney biographies and other related practice development information. The position supports internal and external communications, publications, and surveys. The Practice Development Assistant will play a key role in supporting the firm’s Regulatory practices by contributing to the development of practice‑specific materials, coordinating Regulatory‑focused events, and helping ensure that content showcasing the group’s work remains accurate, current, and strategically aligned with business development goals.
Requirements
- Exceptional communication, organizational and project management skills.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills are essential.
- Professionalism, flexibility, and advanced capability in MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment is essential, as is the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Strong attention to detail with high level of accuracy in data entry.
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
- 1-3 years of experience.
- Experience with web-based database resources.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with AP Style Manual is a plus.
- Relevant experience in a law firm or professional services organization, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the execution of marketing and business development strategies, projects, and events, including tracking and follow-up of specific efforts.
- Provide assistance with marketing and business development initiatives, as delegated.
- Schedule and coordinate events such as networking receptions, seminars, webinars, and client meetings
- Support research projects focusing on market trends, relevant conferences, and client insights.
- Special projects and duties as assigned.
Benefits
- comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners
- life and AD&D insurance
- short and long term disability insurance
- tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs
- FSAs for dependent care
- health advocacy services
- behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members
- 401(k)
- profit sharing
- pre-tax transit and parking program
- backup dependent care
- senior care planning support
- resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers
- paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
