Kirkland & Ellis · 3 weeks ago
Real Estate & Restructuring Business Development Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expKirkland & Ellis is a leading law firm known for its commitment to legal excellence and innovation. The role of the Real Estate & Restructuring Business Development Specialist involves supporting business development initiatives, creating client-facing materials, and managing resources to enhance market positioning for the Real Estate and Restructuring Groups.
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Responsibilities
Strategic BD Support – Contribute to business development plans, initiatives, and tracking for both groups
Pitch Material Development – Create, edit, and finalize tailored pitch materials, presentations, and RFP responses
Collateral & Resource Management – Maintain updated practice descriptions, attorney bios, templates, case summaries, and accolades
CRM Management – Update contact lists, record client activities, audit data, and ensure accuracy in the Firm’s CRM system
Meeting & Pitch Coordination – Support logistics for client meetings, pitches, and virtual programs
Event & Engagement Support – Assist with planning and tracking seminars, receptions, conferences, and sponsorships
Research & Intelligence – Conduct market, client, and competitor research to support strategy and growth initiatives
Experience Tracking – Maintain and update experience data across Real Estate and Restructuring matters
Reporting & Analytics – Compile and interpret data for stakeholders across the Firm. Rankings & Awards – Support submissions for Chambers, The Legal 500, and other key directories
Biography & Content Updates – Coordinate and update attorney bios for pitches and the website
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; with 4-5 years' experience in a law firm or professional services setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with professionalism across all interactions
Excellent organization and project management, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Initiative and sound judgment, especially in fast-paced or ambiguous situations
Collaborative mindset, with openness to direction and feedback
Exceptional writing, proofreading, and data accuracy
Preferred
Comfort with research tools and technology, including online databases and information platforms
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, compelling narratives
Professional presence, discretion, and business acumen
Technical Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint) and familiarity with CRM systems, such as InterAction or Salesforce
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare
Paid time off
Retirement
Personal support
Tailored learning and development opportunities
Company
Kirkland & Ellis
Kirkland & Ellis is a law firm that offers a wide range of legal assistance in labor, government, and intellectual property litigation.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Erica Berthou
Member of Executive Committee, Partner
H.T. Flanagan
Partner
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