Coordinator, Business Development Communications

New York, NY 

Summary

Work closely with members of the Firm’s Business Development & Communications Department to execute initiatives designed to enhance the visibility and profile of the Firm, its lawyers, practice groups and offices. Reports to the Director of Communications. 

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 survey responses, including through working with members of other Firm departments to collect data
• 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 understand and develop relationships with key members of the legal directory publications.
• Superior team player; positive attitude; high energy, drive, determination and collaborative nature. 

Education/Certifications

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