Business Development Coordinator (Transportation/Real Estate) *Hybrid*

Our client is looking for a Business Development Coordinator to support its Transportation and Real Estate industry groups. You'll work with attorneys across practices that serve clients in commercial real estate, infrastructure, logistics, rail, aviation and trucking. Location: Chicago, IL (3 days in-office, 2 remote) Pay: $34-$41/hourly Duties: Industry deal and experience tracking: Maintain real estate and transportation deal lists, deal announcements (tombstones) and representative matters for pitches, bios and the website.Directories and awards: Coordinate Chambers, Legal 500, Law360 and Business Journal submissions for real estate and transportation rankings. Work with attorneys on narratives and manage deadlines.Industry events and sponsorships: Plan and run conferences, sponsorships, webinars, client dinners and receptions, including events with industry groups such as ULI, NAIOP, CREW, ICSC and WTS. Handle logistics, vendors, attendee communications, day-of execution and follow-up reporting.Pitches and proposals: Prepare customized pitch materials, presentations and RFP responses. Coordinate cross-practice pitches that bring together real estate, finance, environmental, land use and litigation attorneys for industry clients.Industry research: Research trends, prospects and competitors in commercial real estate, infrastructure and logistics, including developers, REITs, lenders, carriers and transit agencies. Work with the Competitive Intelligence team and turn findings into actionable summaries.Industry communications: Draft newsletters, client alerts, press releases and social posts on industry developments and group achievements.Attorney engagement: Be the go-to marketing and business development contact for attorneys in the industry groups.Data and referral tracking: Keep experience databases, mailing lists and deal tracking systems up to date. Track and report on referrals.Must-Haves3-5 years of experience in marketing, business development or communicationsStrong project management skills, including handling several initiatives at once, spotting obstacles early and seeing projects throughProficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPointNice-to-HavesLaw firm or professional services experienceExperience in or marketing to real estate, construction, transportation or logisticsFamiliarity with Foundation, Qorus Docs and AI toolsBachelor's degree Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. 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