Business Development Senior Specialist

Job Duties

• Conduct market, client, and competitive intelligence research to support business development initiatives
• Monitor litigation industry trends, market developments, and significant client and matter activity
• Analyze and report on competitive activity, business opportunities, market trends, financial information, and pitch activity
• Support the development and execution of strategic business development initiatives for litigation practice groups
• Aid in the identification of opportunities to strengthen existing client relationships and pursue new business
• Collaborate with attorneys, business development professionals, and public relations teams on speaking engagements, webinars, and visibility initiatives
• Prepare reports, research, and analysis to support practice and client development efforts
• Distribute relevant industry, market, and client intelligence internally
• Help maintain and enhance the firm's knowledge of the litigation marketplace and competitive landscape
• Handle sensitive client, financial, and firm information with discretion and confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 4 years of business development, practice development, marketing, research, or related analytical experience
• At least 2 years of experience supporting litigation practice groups within a law firm environment
• Knowledge of the litigation landscape and legal services industry
• Experience conducting market research, competitive intelligence, and business analysis
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills and a client-service-oriented approach
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business development reporting tools