Bring Your Best

Knowledge Base & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Marketing, Communication, or business-related areas or equivalent on the job experience.
• At least six years of marketing and/or business development experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience working with C-suite and senior level executives.
• Advanced ability to work with all applications in MS Office Suite and familiarity with CRM system(s) preferred.
• An understanding of overall law firm marketing and client relations/development programs including competitive intelligence, cross-selling initiatives and current supporting technologies.

Adaptability:

• Professional client service manner, responsiveness, flexibility, and adaptability. Demonstrated “client first” mentality.
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively within a team.

Collaboration:

• Ability to develop relationships and foster collaborative teamwork at all levels of the Firm.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and serve as a mentor to other team members.

Communication:

• Strong ability to communicate effectively and persuasively (written and oral) and ability to adapt to firm’s culture and brand.
• Solid team player with excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work successfully with attorneys, clients, staff, community, and vendors.
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Problem Solving Skills:

• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions.
• Ability to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Professionalism:

• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and demonstrate good judgment.

Project Management:

• Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent follow-through and project management skills.
• Strong ability to lead complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet varying deadlines, consistently delivering high quality results with a consistent attention to detail.

Other:

• Work occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position and will involve occasional travel to other offices and events
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

The Company

This is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP - a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world.

We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); and North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); and Washington D.C. Our contemporary offices spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position can be based out of any of our offices.

Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, all programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.

We are not using search firms at this time.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.