Marketing & Client Development Coordinator

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Marketing & Client Development Coordinator to support a wide range of marketing and business development activities across all practice groups. This role works closely with the Marketing & Client Development team and the broader marketing department, balancing independent initiative with collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and produce marketing proposals and RFP responses using a mix of the proposal repository and new content development, including final document preparation and follow-up.
• Edit, maintain, and update practice-specific pages of the firm website, marketing collateral, and attorney bios; draft, review, and contribute to key messaging and content for brochures and other materials.
• Maintain current and accurate case lists, descriptions, case studies, and client lists for use in pitches, proposals, RFPs, and league table rankings.
• Provide research support for various initiatives using research subscriptions and databases; prepare submissions to legal directories such as Chambers and Legal 500.
• Draft internal and external communications and assist with posting on the firm’s website and social media channels.
• Utilize firm resources to complete administrative tasks.
• Support the events team with seminars and other event-related activities, including materials preparation, setup, and onsite support.
• Assist with special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of marketing, business development, or proposal experience, preferably in a professional services company or law firm; legal marketing experience is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of marketing department objectives and the ability to complete moderately complex assignments independently.
• Strong prioritization skills to manage day-to-day tasks based on incoming requests and firm objectives, with the ability to anticipate issues and opportunities.
• Ability to use data, experience, and judgment to formulate realistic and sound points of view and communicate them effectively to team members and attorneys.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills for interactions at all levels within the firm and externally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; working knowledge of WordPress, InTapp, Capital IQ, Bloomberg, and Thomson Reuters Monitor Suite is a plus.

Pay

$60,000/yr. to $70,000/yr.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, plus optional health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Firm-paid life and disability benefits.
• Wellness programs to support overall well-being.
• Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time, and personal days.
• Professional development opportunities through firm-provided training programs.
• Employee recognition programs, including anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs.
• Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional perks: employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, backup child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness center discounts.