Marketing and Business Development Assistant (or Coordinator)

Marketing and Business Development Assistant (or Coordinator)

Under the supervision of the Senior Manager of Marketing and Business Development, the Marketing and Business Development Assistant/Coordinator will provide day-to-day support to the Firm's marketing team and the attorneys it serves. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who is eager to build a career in law firm marketing. The Assistant/Coordinator helps keep projects, submissions, events, and attorney requests organized and on schedule, and gains broad exposure to business development, communications, and brand initiatives along the way.

This is a hybrid role with in-office requirements. The position can be based out of our Los Angeles, New York, or Washington, D.C. office.

The expected annualized base salary range for this position is $42,000-$75,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Varying Job Responsibilities and Tasks

Business Development Support

• Support the team in executing individual attorney and practice group business development plans
• Assist with scheduling, materials, and follow-up for practice group meetings, retreats, and BD planning sessions
• Conduct market, client, and competitor research to support targeted business development efforts
• Maintain and update the Firm's CRM and marketing databases, ensuring contact and client information is accurate and current

Proposals, Pitches, and Recognition

• Assist with the preparation of RFPs, pitches, and presentations, including gathering content, formatting documents, and proofreading
• Maintain and update the Firm's library of credentials, attorney bios, and other proposal content
• Support directory and award submissions (Chambers, Legal 500, etc.) and local award nominations, and track related deadlines

Events, Sponsorships, and Communications

• Coordinate logistics for Firm events, conferences, seminars, sponsorships, speaking engagements, and client-facing continuing legal education (CLE) programs, including invitations, registrations, and vendor coordination
• Support email marketing campaigns, including list management, drafting, proofing, and distribution
• Assist with website and social media updates, attorney announcements, and other marketing content

Administrative and Operational Support

• Coordinate administrative tasks that support individual and group business development plans, such as headshots, expense processing, and travel and event logistics
• Respond to attorney requests promptly and route them to the appropriate team members
• Assist with tracking marketing spend and compiling data for ROI and activity reports

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• 1 to 4 years of experience in marketing, communications, or business development, preferably in a law firm or other professional services environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting deadlines
• Professionalism, discretion, and a positive, service-oriented attitude
• Collaborative working style with the ability to work well with attorneys, staff, and outside vendors
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, curiosity about AI, experience with email marketing, or website software is a plus
• Some travel to firm offices and events may be required

The Firm offers competitive compensation; 401K; medical, vision and dental coverage; life insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); Health Savings Accounts (HSAs); and more.

EOE

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Pay: $42,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Communications: 1 year (Preferred)
• Business development: 1 year (Preferred)
• Law office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90067