Legal Staff Other in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Other in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

Summary:

The **Members Only** law firm is seeking a Practice Development Coordinator with 3+ years of relevant experience in professional services, preferably in a law firm setting. This full-time position involves providing business development and marketing support to the firm's Marketing Department and assigned Corporate Practice Group. The successful candidate will have exceptional communication, organizational and project management skills, as well as a drive for learning about corporate transactions and developing new marketing initiatives. The position may be filled in various locations, including Illinois, Oregon, California, Colorado, and North Carolina, with a salary range of - per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinating key business development initiatives and taking ownership from inception through implementation
- Assisting with the execution of marketing and business development strategies, projects, and events
- Tracking and following up on specific efforts
- Assisting with directory, award, and ranking submissions
- Developing and preparing customized materials for prospect/client presentations
- Conducting industry, prospect, firm experience, and competitor research
- Updating and keeping current the firm's practice development information and materials
- Planning, coordinating, and managing practice-specific events, webinars, proposals, and communications
- Developing relationships with lead partners in the practice areas
- Traveling to other cities and firm offices, as needed
- Performing other marketing and business development related responsibilities and projects as necessary

Qualifications:

- 3+ years of relevant experience in professional services, preferably a law firm
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and project management skills
- Self-starter with proven ability to meet deadlines and handle a wide range of executive level support duties
- Strong editing and proofreading skills
- Professionalism, flexibility, and advanced capability in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience with Foundation or other law firm experience or knowledge management platforms (preferred)
- Enthusiasm and a drive for learning about corporate transactions and developing new marketing initiatives
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including spelling, grammar, and writing skills

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Salary:

The base salary ranges for this position are listed below. These ranges may not be applicable to other locations. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience.

- Illinois - -
- Oregon - -
- Colorado - -
- California - -

Benefits:

Holland & Knight values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, eleven paid holidays per year, and time off for bereavement or jury duty. Other benefits include:

- Comprehensive medical, 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 FSA or HSA
- FSA for dependent care
- Supplemental AFLAC policies for medical care
- Excess liability coverage
- Health advocacy services
- Behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members
- 401(k) and profit sharing
- Pre-tax transit and parking program
- Backup care for children and adults
- Senior care planning support
- Resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers

Holland & Knight is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran, or any other protected class.

Personal Information collected from applicants will be used for the purpose of processing the application throughout any recruitment or employment process, as well as inclusion in a personnel file. Categories of data collected may include name, address, phone numbers, email, Social Security Number, and signature. Holland & Knight may collect further information if you consent to a background check. This may include criminal background, employment, and certifications. Please visit the Legal Information Portal for **Members Only**'s privacy policies.