Senior Coordinator, Business Development Communications

Reports to: Manager, BD Communications 

Summary

Work closely with the Firm’s Manager of Business Development Communications to execute initiatives designed to enhance the visibility and profile of the firm, its lawyers, practice groups and offices.  

Primary Responsibilities and/or Essential Functions

• Coordinate legal directory research.
• Act as a resource for all information relating to legal directories and legal research guides/ranking organizations.
• Coordinate other nominations for individual lawyer, firm and practice area recognition and award opportunities.
• Research new opportunities for awards and rankings and act as a resource for that information.
• Maintain calendar of upcoming deadlines.
• Monitor competitor activity and industry or market trends to aid in the development of submissions and award nominations.
• Contribute to firm-wide marketing/business development initiatives, including messaging and follow-up as necessary; work directly with all levels of staff.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities as required. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 1 to 3 years of communications, marketing or legal related experience.
• Strong Knowledge of Business and Legal vocabulary, including a familiarity with deal descriptions as well as litigation terminology.
• An understanding of large global law firm business, the competitive set and the best ways of positioning different geographies and practices.
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills to interface with all levels at the firm. Articulate with strong influencing and persuasion skills and superior ability to collaborate cross functionally.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills and the ability to handle monitor multiple projects on a regular basis.
• Working knowledge of public relations and understanding of media requirements and deadlines.
• Knowledge of strategic communications with a strong understanding of effective external communications and stakeholder management as a key business driver.
• Impeccable attention to detail and creative flair.
• Aptitude for understanding new technologies quickly.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe and other publishing software.
• Ability to understanding and develop relationships with key members of the legal trade media outlets.
• Superior team player; positive attitude; high energy, drive, determination and collaborative nature.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field. 

Competencies

• Understands and applies current information, technology, resources, methods and procedures necessary to perform assigned work.

• Accepts responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes; does not make excuses for errors or problems. Understands that their individual performance directly affects business results.

• Analyzes problems, develops effective solutions and understands implications of solutions. Makes appropriate and timely decisions.

• Communicates clearly and concisely in written / verbal communications. Proactively communicates to facilitate workflow, teamwork and efficiency.  Chooses appropriate communication tools and utilizes technology to facilitate communications.

• Produces high quality work; is efficient, accurate and has good attention to detail; consistently strives to improve performance; seeks opportunities to develop professionally and expand job knowledge. Displays high level of personal integrity.

• Works effectively with co-workers as part of the team to get the job accomplished. Flexible and open-minded; willing to share and exchange ideas/suggestions.

• Actively listens and responds to needs of others; interacts with co-workers in a tactful, respectful and positive manner. Contributes to a productive work environment by valuing diversity and the differences in people and ideas.

• Demonstrates knowledge of, and adheres to, Firm policies and procedures; effectively manages PTO and punctuality and insures that MyTime and DTE entries (where applicable) are accurate and made on a timely basis.