Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP · 2 months ago
Client Development & Engagement, Specialist - Private Equity
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $120K/yr
4+ years expSimpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is a law firm that focuses on private equity. The Client Development Engagement Specialist is responsible for supporting global business development initiatives by organizing and analyzing information about clients, competitors, and market trends, while ensuring the high standards of the Firm's work product and communications.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Maintain and ensure the integrity of the Firm’s engagement database and other core information (e.g., engagement information, fact sheets, attorneys’ biographies, deal and experience lists, rankings/awards, practice area descriptions, and client contacts)
Research and provide analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends, and industries
Maintain website content, attorney biographies, practice group descriptions, and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels: web, print and electronic formats
Assist with drafting customized pitches, responses to RFPs, and other marketing materials for new business opportunities and client meetings
Serve as a resource regarding corporate practice areas, attorney expertise, related organizations, media and market positioning; stay abreast of developments and trends in the industry/market
Work with Business Development team to ensure consistent communication of key initiatives and cross-practice opportunities
Help to coordinate Firm-sponsored events, webinars, presentations, and event logistics (e.g., formatting invitations, tracking RSVPs, preparing name badges, preparing promotional materials and assisting with follow up)
Manage creation of advertising, posters, flyers, and other promotional materials, working with the Graphic Designer and outside vendors where appropriate
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, English, communications, marketing, or related field
Minimum 4 plus 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 Senior members 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
Some familiarity with 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
Company
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms.
1001-5000 employees
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Kelly Stevens
Chief Operating Officer
Alan Turner
Partner
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