Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

PracticeDevelopment

• The Business Development Assistant will work with Analysts and Managers, at their discretion in preparing targeted presentations (pitch books, brochures and experience lists), in a manner that effectively communicates the Firm’s relevant experience and articulates clear reasons why the Firm should be retained. Under the direction of the department Director and Litigation Managers:

o Identify relevant trends by industry, geography and legal practice areas.

o Customize materials for target client or prospect.

o Complete production aspects (editing, fact checking, proofreading, assembling) to ensure materials are delivered accurately and on time.

o Prepare relevant research and supporting materials for client meetings.

o Update and maintain all standard pitch files, other marketing collateral, experience lists and databases.

o Maintain a complete record of all pitches, meetings and outreach of any type in the Firm’s CRM (Client Relationship Management) system.

• Assist with submissions to league tables, directories, guides and other surveys.

• Assist with substantive industry research and identify potential opportunities.

• Assist with competitive intelligence research, used to update lawyers on legal market trends.

• Track news and developments relating to certain clients and regions.

• Follow Firm news, note wins and maintain the practice experience database; update contact, activity, and mailing list information in CRM database.

• Coordinate aspects of client education conferences.

• Coordinator efforts within the Communications and Digital Marketing teams in the practice’s visibility program, on internal communications on S&C This Week, external communications on external website and social media, and to maintain practice details and lawyer bios on external website.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing/editing, proofreading, grammar and research skills (a writing and editing test is required).

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.

• Understanding of transactional, regulatory and litigation terminology and processes.

• Proficiency in standard spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation applications (e.g., Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint are pluses), as well as with a variety of online and new media information resources. Knowledge of any CRM system is also helpful. The Firm provides additional training in core software programs, if needed, to enhance skills and speed of work.

• An ability to handle time-sensitive requests from multiple lawyers, across time zones, and to generate quality work product in a fast-paced environment. Deadline oriented with a clear understanding of priorities. Ability to work in a highly demanding environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently as well as being a team player.

• Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information is essential.

• A commitment to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism that are the hallmarks of Sullivan & Cromwell’s legal practice.

Education and/or Experience

• One year of experience working for a law firm, financial institution or other professional services firm.

• BA or BS degree required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

The base salary offered for this role will be $55,000. When determining a candidate’s compensation offer, elements unique to each person are taken into consideration including but not limited to skill set, experience level, performance, professional certifications, degrees and location, as well as the needs of the Firm.

The total compensation package for this position may include overtime pay, discretionary bonuses and other benefits. For a more comprehensive list of employee benefits, please visit www.sullcrom.com/employee-benefits.

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