Position InformationYou're looking for a change, and so are we. At Venable, we know that every new hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar on our approach to Business Development. That's why we're looking for a Senior Business Development Specialist to implement marketing strategies to meet division goals and manage related business development initiatives.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for...
- Assisting with planning, implementing, and managing new business or cross-marketing initiatives. Developing and managing projects in support of initiatives.
- Creating new business proposals, gathering relevant experience, performing related research, drafting responses, securing internal approvals, and liaising with other stakeholders.
- Conducting client research in conjunction with Marketing Intelligence team. Making recommendations regarding business development opportunities.
- Facilitating the development of content for rankings submissions and other profile-raising opportunities.
- Preparing various marketing reports via CRM (InterAction); maintaining spreadsheets, project lists and event/project plans ensuring information is current.
- Reviewing and editing email marketing content, ensuring compliance with firm policies and standards; managing the distribution of content. Providing analysis on readership, lead generation and best practices.
- Identifying and securing speaking opportunities for division attorneys by monitoring event calendars, trade and legal publications and business news. Ensuring recommendations align with practice group goals.
- Communicating event strategy and goals to events team. Liaising with events and communications team on logistics and materials requirements.
The successful candidate will demonstrate...
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably at a law firm or similar professional services environment.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business objectives.
- The ability to develop, implement and track results of short/long-term business development plans.
- Experience preparing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and pitches.
- The capacity to manage large internal and external events from developing theme to post-event analysis.
- Intermediate to advanced skills with databases and PC applications, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook required.
- Working knowledge of website database/technology, intranet database/technology and mass e-mail distribution software.
Investing your time and talents is no small matter-we know that superior service to our clients starts with an investment in you. Our competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and programs that support our employees' well-being, families, and futures reflect our pride in our people. From our business development specialists to our senior partners, Venable prioritizes the whole person in order to cultivate the most successful of relationships.
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