Business Development Specialist, Litigation
Apply NowCompany: Simpson Thacher and Bartlett LLP
Location: Boston, MA 02115
Description:
The Business Development Specialist, Litigation is responsible for supporting the Firm's global business development initiatives by organizing and leveraging information about the Firm's litigation practice areas and lawyers, and providing research and analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends and industries. This role assists Business Development in ensuring work product, communications and critical functions meet the Firm's high standard of excellence.
Responsibilities
Partner with the Business Development team to ensure initiatives, services and significant matters are publicized internally and externally in accordance with Firm policy
Serve as a resource regarding Firm litigation practice areas, attorney expertise, related organizations, media and market positioning; stay abreast of developments and trends in the industry
Research and provide analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends and industries
Draft customized pitches, responses to RFPs, and other marketing materials for new business opportunities and client meetings
Maintain and ensure the integrity of the Firm's contact data base, engagement data base and other core information (e.g., engagement information, fact sheets, attorneys' biographies, deal and experience lists, rankings/awards, practice area descriptions, and client contacts)
Manage direct client communications (e.g., client alerts, Firm memoranda)
Work with Senior Team to ensure consistent communication of key initiatives and cross-practice opportunities
Prepare and, where required, manage directory submissions and survey responses for various legal and business directories and publications
Maintain website content, attorney biographies and practice group descriptions and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels: web, print and electronic formats
Manage creation of advertising, posters, flyers and other promotional materials, working with the Graphic Designer and outside vendors where appropriate
Help to coordinate Firm-sponsored events, presentations and event logistics ,(e.g., formatting invitations, tracking RSVPs, preparing name badges, preparing promotional materials and assisting with follow up)
Support Business Development projects and other Firm initiatives as needed
Work with stakeholders in other Departments and in other offices, as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Education
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, English, communications, marketing, or related field
Skills and Experience
Required
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience
Must be flexible and willing to work additional hours as needed
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environment
Strong attention to detail and self-motivated to produce accurate, timely and complete work product
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent research and analytical abilities
Strong project management skills, initiative and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Strong problem solving and analytical skills to make sound decisions, provide solutions or recommendations and escalate as appropriate
Ability to interact well and build professional relationships through networking and collaboration while maintaining a high level of customer service, diplomacy and discretion
Ability to effectively communicate and engage Partners and clients as appropriate
Strong learning aptitude and demonstrated Business Development skill set
Proven strong technical and presentation skills with value add essential in the role
Ability to anticipate requests for information essential to meet internal and external client needs appropriate to their role, providing exceptional customer service
Ability to quickly develop organizational astuteness and understand the Firm's culture, vision, policies and practices
Proficiency in MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
Preferred:
Prior experience in marketing and business development field at a law firm preferred
Knowledge of the litigation landscape and/or prior experience working within litigation practice areas in a law firm preferred
Some familiarity with Foundation and/or Content Pilot's suite of products or other experience database a plus
Experience updating/maintaining a website preferred
Demonstrated experience using a Client Relationship Management (CRM) system preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
Salary Information
NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 at the time of posting.
The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.
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For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice.
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, protected veteran's status or any other legally protected status. "Gender" includes actual or perceived sex, a person's gender identity, self-image, appearance, behavior or expression, whether or not that gender identity, self-image, appearance, behavior or expression is different from that traditionally associated with the legal sex assigned to that person at birth. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
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Responsibilities
Partner with the Business Development team to ensure initiatives, services and significant matters are publicized internally and externally in accordance with Firm policy
Serve as a resource regarding Firm litigation practice areas, attorney expertise, related organizations, media and market positioning; stay abreast of developments and trends in the industry
Research and provide analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends and industries
Draft customized pitches, responses to RFPs, and other marketing materials for new business opportunities and client meetings
Maintain and ensure the integrity of the Firm's contact data base, engagement data base and other core information (e.g., engagement information, fact sheets, attorneys' biographies, deal and experience lists, rankings/awards, practice area descriptions, and client contacts)
Manage direct client communications (e.g., client alerts, Firm memoranda)
Work with Senior Team to ensure consistent communication of key initiatives and cross-practice opportunities
Prepare and, where required, manage directory submissions and survey responses for various legal and business directories and publications
Maintain website content, attorney biographies and practice group descriptions and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels: web, print and electronic formats
Manage creation of advertising, posters, flyers and other promotional materials, working with the Graphic Designer and outside vendors where appropriate
Help to coordinate Firm-sponsored events, presentations and event logistics ,(e.g., formatting invitations, tracking RSVPs, preparing name badges, preparing promotional materials and assisting with follow up)
Support Business Development projects and other Firm initiatives as needed
Work with stakeholders in other Departments and in other offices, as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Education
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, English, communications, marketing, or related field
Skills and Experience
Required
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience
Must be flexible and willing to work additional hours as needed
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environment
Strong attention to detail and self-motivated to produce accurate, timely and complete work product
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent research and analytical abilities
Strong project management skills, initiative and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Strong problem solving and analytical skills to make sound decisions, provide solutions or recommendations and escalate as appropriate
Ability to interact well and build professional relationships through networking and collaboration while maintaining a high level of customer service, diplomacy and discretion
Ability to effectively communicate and engage Partners and clients as appropriate
Strong learning aptitude and demonstrated Business Development skill set
Proven strong technical and presentation skills with value add essential in the role
Ability to anticipate requests for information essential to meet internal and external client needs appropriate to their role, providing exceptional customer service
Ability to quickly develop organizational astuteness and understand the Firm's culture, vision, policies and practices
Proficiency in MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
Preferred:
Prior experience in marketing and business development field at a law firm preferred
Knowledge of the litigation landscape and/or prior experience working within litigation practice areas in a law firm preferred
Some familiarity with Foundation and/or Content Pilot's suite of products or other experience database a plus
Experience updating/maintaining a website preferred
Demonstrated experience using a Client Relationship Management (CRM) system preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
Salary Information
NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 at the time of posting.
The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible.
Privacy Notice
For information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice.
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, protected veteran's status or any other legally protected status. "Gender" includes actual or perceived sex, a person's gender identity, self-image, appearance, behavior or expression, whether or not that gender identity, self-image, appearance, behavior or expression is different from that traditionally associated with the legal sex assigned to that person at birth. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual's relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
#LI-Hybrid