Job BD and Marketing Coordinator

Business Development And Marketing Coordinator

The Business Development And Marketing Coordinator works closely with two Business Development And Marketing Managers to support several of Sidley's leading transactional practices, including M&A and Private Equity. The Coordinator is a central part of the team and is involved in a variety of projects including : entering and maintaining data in the Firm's experience management system; assisting in the creation and maintenance of business development and marketing collateral for the group, including pitches and web materials; coordinating drafts of directory submissions and client references; and coordinating activities to improve the profile of the practices involving outside organizations, such as sponsorships and other major events. The Coordinator takes an active role in learning about their assigned legal groups and developing the groups' and the firm's internal knowledge about its clients and business. The Coordinator also works closely with the other Business Development And Marketing Managers and Specialists in different offices to coordinate marketing efforts. It is essential that the Coordinator is a self-starter, works across offices, and works well in a team environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

At the direction of the Business Development And Marketing Managers :

Helps to develop and implement systems to acquire and manage representative experience in the Firm's experience management system.

Works with certain practices to prepare and coordinate directory submissions, e.g., Chambers USA.

Assists Business Development And Marketing Managers and / or lawyers in the preparation of client proposals and pitches, through formal RFP response processes as well as on an ad hoc basis.

Works with Business Development And Marketing Managers and others to help maintain library of materials for pitches, proposals, and RFP responses.

Updates practice information on the Firm's website and intranet site, as well as coordinates occasional republication in external venues.

Drafts and edits practice group descriptions, deal announcements, lawyer biographies, and client presentations to further develop the Firm's business development opportunities.

Conducts research on clients / prospective clients, industry research and occasional competitive intelligence to develop knowledge about our clients, their industries, and legal needs.

Other duties as assigned.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com / Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$68,000 - $74,000 if located in Illinois

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and Experience :

Required :

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

A minimum of two (2) years of business development and / or marketing related experience

Excellent writing and proofreading skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook

Preferred :

General understanding of the legal competitive landscape.

Experience preparing and coordinating directory submissions.

Experience creating, editing, and submitting RFPs and proposals.

Legal marketing or professional services marketing experience.

Solid knowledge of Foundation, InterAction, and document management systems.

Ability to interact with Firm members at all levels.

The use of good judgment and the ability to think strategically and analytically.

Ability to lead or support multiple programs in the assigned practice area teams.

Other Skills and Abilities :

The following will also be required of the successful candidate :

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good judgment

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Superior relationship building skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

Able to work under pressure

Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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