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Latham & Watkins · 2 days ago

Business Development Specialist – Global Finance

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

2+ years exp

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The Business Development Specialist – Global Finance plays a key role in supporting the firm's Global Finance Department practice groups by executing business development activities and building strong relationships within the team.

Law Practice

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Kelsey Cremer

Responsibilities

Supporting the business development activities for the firm's Global Finance Department practice groups, including Banking & Private Credit, Private Equity Finance, Project Development & Finance, Restructuring & Special Situations and Structured Finance

Building strong relationships with BD team members and collaborating to support the lawyers in the Finance practice groups

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

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

Supporting on directory submissions such as Chambers and Legal 500

Assisting with the creation and maintenance of written marketing materials and website content, including practice profiles and relevant experience lists

Identifying and reporting on market share across sectors, transaction types, and markets

Collaborating with lawyers and BD, and Brand & Communications teams on speaking opportunities, webinars, and other visibility initiatives

Supports the execution of practice group meetings and retreats

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

Qualification

Business DevelopmentMarket ResearchClient Relationship ManagementWritten CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Required

A minimum of two (2) years' experience within a law firm or professional services environment

A bachelor's degree or equivalent

Possess a high degree of discretion, independent judgment, and attention to detail

Demonstrate the ability to execute multiple work streams and manage priorities effectively

Display exceptional oral and written communication and professional interpersonal skills

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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