What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Specialist position at The Phoenix Group?
Our reputable global law firm client is seeking a Business Development Specialist for their Marketing, Business Development and Communications team. They are open to this person sitting out of any of their major offices - Los Angeles, Boston, Orange County, New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago, San Diego, San Francisco!
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare tailored client and prospect pitch materials—including proposals, RFP responses, and decks—by drafting, editing, proofreading, coordinating production and distribution, and managing attorney follow-up. Secure and document permissions for the use of client names, logos, and matter descriptions.
- Gather, write, and maintain representative experience and capability summaries to support marketing collateral, pitches, and directory submissions.
- Collaborate with the MarTech team to ensure timely updates to website content, including deal announcements, speaking engagements, bios, and practice area descriptions.
- Assist with the creation and distribution of marketing communications such as newsletters, client alerts, and invitations for events and webinars. Maintain and update mailing lists as needed.
- Prepare impactful legal directory, ranking, and survey submissions to enhance the visibility of the firm’s practices and professionals.
- Research and recommend strategic business development activities, including events and sponsorships, for individual attorneys and assigned practice groups.
- Take ownership of select BD and marketing projects for specific business units, ensuring timely execution and alignment with broader strategies.
- Support the Business Development Manager in advancing key strategic initiatives and priorities across assigned business units.
- Monitor and record the ROI of marketing and BD initiatives in Salesforce, and prepare reports and data analyses for Marketing Leadership.
Qualifications:
- 3–5 years of experience in a professional services environment, ideally at a law firm.
- Tech-savvy, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; quick to adopt and learn new tools and systems.
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
