Sidley Austin LLP · 2 months ago
Senior Marketing Manager, Client Engagement
US-DC-Washington D.C.
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$200K/yr - $240K/yr
10+ years expSidley Austin LLP is a leading law firm seeking a Senior Marketing Manager, Client Engagement. This role involves developing and executing client development strategies, managing marketing activities, and fostering a collaborative team environment within the Marketing Department.
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Responsibilities
Leverages market awareness and industry best practices to recommend and facilitate innovative marketing and business development solutions; this includes refining existing programs and establishing new initiatives as needs are identified
Collaborates with office leaders and partners to develop and execute business development strategic plans
Collaborates with regional practice/industry leaders and BD and Marketing liaisons on projects that support regional growth, including advising on marketing strategies and tactical means to achieve stated goals
Facilitates introductions to key stakeholders in the market and proactively identifies, negotiates, and manages strategic sponsorships and partnerships
Plans and manages Sidley-sponsored programs for clients and prospective clients; oversees all event logistics, including invitations, mailing lists, handout materials, site management, speakers, visual presentations, and follow-up
Helps office leaders prepare and manage marketing budget(s) for the office/region, including evaluating the ROI of initiatives to recommend and plan future efforts
Leads implementation and maintenance of the Firm’s CRM system in the office/region and leverages the system to connect lawyers, clients, and other contacts
Leads preparation of submissions for office/regional rankings, awards, surveys, and other recognitions for the office and local lawyers and practices, coordinating with global practice and industry liaisons
Works with office/regional lawyers and global practice liaisons on the creation, editing, and maintenance of external communications and marketing materials, including lawyer biographies, Sidley Updates, advertisements, invitations, website pages, and social media content
Coordinates with the Market Intelligence team to conduct market research to aid in office/regional business development and marketing initiatives
Works with the Communications and PR team to identify thought leadership topics and Sidley lawyers to engage in media commentary, article publication, podcasts, etc
Recommends and facilitates the involvement of Firm lawyers in professional organizations that will enhance the visibility of the lawyers and the Firm in the local market
Identifies and supports projects that promote speaking and leadership opportunities with professional and trade organizations to elevate the Firm’s regional profile
Onboards and integrates lateral lawyer arrivals to the office/region, working closely with the relevant global practice/industry liaison(s)
Coaches and trains lawyers in marketing and business development skills and best practices
Attends and contributes to office and departmental leadership meetings
Participates in hiring, managing, and developing business professionals; oversees daily operations and monitors team work product; manages professional development of team, including establishing goals and providing coaching and training; prepares annual performance appraisals and provides timely feedback on performance
Delegates work efficiently and effectively to other team members
Collaborates with other leaders and business professionals within and outside the Marketing department on projects that cross practices, regions, and/or functions
Qualification
Required
A minimum of ten (10) years of professional marketing, business development, or other relevant experience
A minimum of four (4) years of direct personnel management experience
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in marketing, communication, or related field
Deep understanding of the local/regional market for legal services and the competitive landscape
Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to present to management and peers
Excellent writing, proofreading, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Preferred
Marketing, business development, event planning, and/or other relevant experience in a law firm or other professional services organization
Advanced degree in a related area, such as marketing, law, business, or communications (M.B.A. or J.D. a considerable plus)
Working knowledge of customer relationship, pipeline, and experience management databases such as InterAction, Salesforce, and/or Foundation
Familiarity with relevant company/market research tools, as well as law firm rankings, awards, and league table publications
Benefits
Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits program
Company
Sidley Austin LLP
Sidley is an elite global law firm.
1001-5000 employees
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