About the Role
The Business Development Specialist - Markets is an integral part of Latham’s Business Development (BD) team. This role will support the Chicago and Latin America markets, working closely with the local BD Manager and collaborating to support partners, counsel, and associates in the assigned office to establish a role as a markets trusted resource.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, execution, and evaluation of Business Development and Marketing initiatives and business plans in our Chicago and Latin America markets.
- Plan and assist with office event initiatives, cross-selling, and client-targeting initiatives as it relates to local markets.
- Work with various teams such as BD Core, New Business Team, Creative, Events & Sponsorships, Marketing Technology, Library & Research, Alumni, Brand & Communications, and Financial Insights & Consulting in the delivery of information on client intelligence, research, pitch information, events, and lawyer materials.
- Assist in monitoring office initiatives with key account clients in the market.
- Act as the go-to resource for office BD needs and support.
- Protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains.
Requirements
- Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels.
- Possess the ability to take initiative and work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus.
- Display organizational skills to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines.
Skills
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
Location
- Chicago
- New York
Work Type
- Hybrid
- In-office
Experience Level
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in marketing, business development, office administration, or other related functions.
Education Level
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- USD $85,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 /Yr.
Benefits
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
About the Company
- Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy.
- We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world.
- Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture.
- If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
Equal Opportunity
- Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer.
- The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
