Business Development Senior Specialist – Los Angeles Markets & Industry

About the role

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms, providing advice to businesses and institutions driving the global economy. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of practice, market, and industry expertise, client mix, matter experience, trade groups, and media
• Aid in the execution of cross-selling strategies and client targeting initiatives, including collaborating with relevant BD teams
• Provide research, analysis, and reporting to support the identification and development of new clients and the enhancement of existing client relationships
• Drive the implementation of business development tactics and initiatives in alignment with the strategic objectives of practices, markets, relevant industry sectors, and/or clients as assigned
• Develop internal communications to inform relevant practice and industry groups of significant achievements, developments, and market synergies
• Support the daily needs of the lawyers in Los Angeles as directed by the BD Manager

Qualifications

• Display well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels
• Demonstrate a high degree of discretion and independent judgment, with the ability to take initiative and work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus
• Possess the organizational skills to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines, with a high level of attention to detail