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About the Role

The Business Development Specialist will support JL’s Business Development team, which includes a team dedicated to RFP responses, proposals, and pitches, as well as a team of business development managers responsible for strategic BD efforts across the firm’s offices, practices, and industries. The ideal candidate thrives in a team atmosphere yet is also able to work independently, takes pride in their work, and is committed to a creative, efficient, and additive approach to the business development team’s day-to-day needs.

Responsibilities

Support the proposal team in coordinating and executing the proposal response process from assignment through submission, including organizing materials, tracking requests, deadlines and other pertinent information, and assisting with final production.
Prepare initial drafts, edit, and proofread materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to firm branding and style guidelines.
Collaborate with proposal team members, attorneys, business development managers, and other internal stakeholders to gather information and support the development of tailored client-facing materials.
Maintain and organize proposal content, experience information, and related resources within the firm’s central proposal repository and related databases.
Support business development managers with the execution of strategic business development initiatives across offices, practices, and industries.
Research and compile information from internal firm resources and business development materials to support pitches, events, client opportunities, and strategic initiatives.
Coordinate and track business development activities, including pitches, proposals, events, sponsorships, conferences, and related follow-up efforts.
Draft reports, presentations, marketing materials, mailing lists, and other business development collateral.
Assist with lateral integration and onboarding activities, including coordinating materials, tracking progress, and supporting related business development efforts.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal and business development processes, templates, and resources to support efficient and high-quality client service.
Stay informed on industry trends, market developments, and business development best practices to support team and firm initiatives.

Requirements

2-4 years of business development, marketing, proposals, or related experience in a law firm or other professional services environment preferred.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, business development professionals, and other internal stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize competing deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while also handling assignments independently.
Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to compile and organize information from multiple internal resources.
Positive, proactive, and client-service-oriented approach with a willingness to learn and contribute to team success.
Flexibility to manage occasional time-sensitive assignments outside of standard business hours, as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
CRM and/or proposal management tools (preferred)
Proposal management and procurement portals (Persuit, Ariba, Bonfire, JusticeBid, etc.) (familiarity preferred)

Location

Nationwide

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2-4 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

About the Company

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C. has 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide.
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.
We are a preeminent workplace law firm dedicated to our clients and passionate about providing the highest quality, creative and effective representation of employers on the full range of employment and labor law matters, through offices strategically located throughout the country.
We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field.
We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law.
We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.