Marketing and Business Development Coordinator

The Marketing and Business Development Coordinator for the Central & North Florida region at Stearns Weaver Miller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day functions of the region's offices, developing and expanding strategic business development plans, and collaborating with attorneys and practice area leadership to ensure consistent marketing and brand messaging.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Director of Marketing and adhere to department policies/procedures
• Travel monthly to Regional offices - act as the “face of marketing” and “eyes and ears” of the Region’s offices
• Develop and/or expand on regional, office-wide, and practice area specific strategic business development plans for the Region
• Work in collaboration with Director of Marketing, firm attorneys and practice area leadership to provide strategic and creative direction
• Collaborate and communicate directly with Director of Marketing, Events Coordinator, HR, and Hospitality to plan and execute the Region’s internal morale and community events, holiday parties, picnics, lunch & learns, etc.
• Collaborate and communicate directly with the Director of Marketing and Events Coordinator to plan and execute external events including client networking events, seminars, webinars, speaking engagements and other business development initiatives for the Region
• Act as the liaison between the firm and external organizations for all Regional sponsorships and conferences, ensuring all deadlines are met for each sponsorship
• Strategize and prepare RFPs & pitches to support new client business development
• Draft and edit press releases, attorney bios, and award submissions for the Region
• Edit and format client alerts and quarterly newsletters for the Region
• Support other departments and assist with other marketing and research projects, as needed including social media

Qualifications

• 5+ years of marketing, communications or professional services experience. Law firm experience preferred
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Analytical skills and exceptional organizational ability
• Ability to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines
• Ability to work in both an independent and team environment
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and follow through
• Mastery of Microsoft Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Constant Contact, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Survey Monkey is a plus
• Good judgment
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed

About the Role

Stearns Weaver Miller is a full-service commercial law firm with five offices across Florida. This position is based in the Tampa or Tallahassee office, with regular travel between the two cities. The candidate will report to the Marketing Director and work directly with attorneys to ensure consistency of the Firm’s marketing and brand messaging.