Job Title: Market Development Specialist – Asset Management & Investment Funds
Job Responsibilities:
The Market Development Specialist (MDS) will be responsible for supporting business development programs and initiatives within the law firm's Asset Management & Investment Funds (AMIF) Client Growth team. Duties include:
- Assisting the AMIF practice and its sub-groups in the development and implementation of business and client development projects.
- Leading engagement and coordination for complex projects, campaigns, and events among Centers of Excellence (COE) and support teams.
- Assisting the Pitch & Proposal COE with proposal content creation, preparing RFP and pitch responses, creating presentations, and maintaining practice qualifications for new business.
- Conducting market research to maintain knowledge of assigned practice/industry groups, including business trends and competitive landscape for legal services.
- Collaborating with Brand Marketing and Communications to ensure market-facing materials contain relevant information for clients and prospects.
- Managing external promotion efforts, including social media posts, website postings, and collateral production.
- Serving as a key contact for large-scale nationwide and global practice event sponsorships and industry associations.
- Undertaking additional projects as assigned.
Education and Experience Information:
- A Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, or communications.
- 5 to 7 years of experience in a law firm or professional services organization is preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling proposals, collateral, research reports, and client-facing presentation materials.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated service orientation.
- High level of professional maturity and confidence required to interact with sophisticated internal and external clients.
- Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet research tools is essential.
- Knowledge of CRM software is a plus.
- Good judgment, decision-making, and follow-through capabilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Strong project management, organizational, and planning skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail, flexibility to work outside of regular business hours as needed, and creativity.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Salary Information:
- Compensation Salary: $82,000 - $154,500 per year.
- The salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on factors such as prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.
Benefits:
The law firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including:
- Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage with a Health Savings Account feature.
- Dental and Vision Insurance.
- Wellness Program and Pre-tax Commuting Benefits.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing.
- Short- and Long-term Disability Protection.
- Life Insurance, including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
- Health Advocacy Services.
- Paid Time Off (25-30 days per year) and Paid Holidays (12).
- Parental Leave (18 weeks, with 6 paid) and Family Building Benefits.
- Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service.
- Employee Assistance Program, Professional Development, and CLE Credit Opportunities.
- Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities.
- Additional perks such as Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The law firm is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence. The firm's employment practices are free from discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The firm also provides an environment free from prohibited harassment and complies with federal and state disability laws, offering reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
