McDermott Will & Schulte · 2 hours ago
Business Development Specialist, Transactions
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$107K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expMcDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that values excellence, collaboration, and community. The Business Development Specialist in the Transactions Practice will support business development strategies, expand client relationships, and increase revenue and brand recognition by collaborating with various teams and managing client-related activities.
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Responsibilities
Develop responses for request for proposals (RFPs) and pitches, including market research on the opportunity to ensure customized and tailored responses
Draft and own maintenance of business development collateral and experience tracking, including brochures, one-pagers and presentations
Track new and existing client opportunities in Salesforce and analyze relevant information to provide recommendations for client development opportunities
Oversee client event and conference logistics, including assisting with agendas and program material development, speaker logistics and communications, attendee tracking, recruitment strategy and follow-up as well as providing onsite support and liaising with other departmental teams as needed
Provide support as needed for coordinators and/or other junior members on the BD team, including providing mentorship and feedback
Lead legal directory and award submissions with outside consultant/project manager
Compile business and industry research in support of new business opportunities
Assess and support execution of strategic sponsorship and partnership opportunities
Collaborate with BD Managers/Associate Directors as needed on cross-selling initiatives, client coverage and client feedback teams
Work with partner leadership to track progression of initiatives and coordinate group BD calls, including agenda development, confirming presenters and circulating follow-up materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
At least 5-7 years of related work experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Familiarity with client relationship management (CRM) software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to travel and work flexible and/or fluctuating hours
Benefits
Generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence
Competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
McDermott Will & Schulte
McDermott Will & Emery is now McDermott Will & Schulte.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Aroma Sharma
Partner
Brian Gordon
Partner
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