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Latham & Watkins · 1 day ago

Business Development Senior Specialist – Global M&A, Private Equity, & Activism

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The Business Development Senior Specialist will support the M&A and Private Equity practice group’s marketing and business development goals while developing and maintaining in-depth knowledge of the practice, market, and industry expertise.

Law Practice

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Justin Brown

Responsibilities

Providing research, analysis, and reporting to support the identification and development of new clients and the enhancement of existing client relationships

Leveraging an understanding of the firm’s client base to analyze opportunities and successes

Identifying and reporting on market share across products, industries and markets

Supporting the implementation of business development tactics and initiatives in alignment with the strategic objectives of practices, markets, relevant industry sectors, and/or clients as assigned

Aiding in the execution of cross-selling strategies, including collaborating with relevant BD teams

Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

Qualification

Business DevelopmentMarket AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementAnalytical ExperienceCommunication Skills

Required

Demonstrate high degree of discretion and independent judgment

Possess ability to execute multiple work streams and manage priorities effectively

Exhibit exceptional verbal, written communication, and professional interpersonal skills

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Marketing or a related field, preferably

A minimum of (5) years' cumulative experience, preferably

A minimum of (3) years' related subject matter experience and related analytical experience, preferably

Benefits

Healthcare, life and disability insurance

A generous 401k plan

At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure

Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)

Professional development programs

Employee discounts

Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Company

Latham & Watkins

Glassdoor4.3

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm with more than 3,500 lawyers in its offices located in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States.

Founded in 1934

New York, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.lw.com

H1B Sponsorship

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