Client Development & Engagement, Specialist - Private Equity

The Client Development Engagement Specialist is responsible for supporting the Firm’s global business development initiatives by organizing and leveraging information about the Firm’s practice areas and lawyers and providing research and analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends and industries. This role assists CDE in ensuring work product, communications and critical functions meet the Firm’s high standard of excellence. This role supports the implementation efforts of strategic plans to ensure successful growth and consistency regarding the Firm’s key business initiatives. Responsibilities • Maintain and ensure the integrity of the Firm’s engagement database and other core information (e.g., engagement information, fact sheets, attorneys’ biographies, deal and experience lists, rankings/awards, practice area descriptions, and client contacts) • Research and provide analysis about clients, competitors, markets, trends, and industries • Maintain website content, attorney biographies, practice group descriptions, and other Business Development and communications materials across multiple channels: web, print and electronic formats • Assist with drafting customized pitches, responses to RFPs, and other marketing materials for new business opportunities and client meetings • Serve as a resource regarding corporate practice areas, attorney expertise, related organizations, media and market positioning; stay abreast of developments and trends in the industry/market • Work with Business Development team to ensure consistent communication of key initiatives and cross-practice opportunities • Help to coordinate Firm-sponsored events, webinars, presentations, and event logistics (e.g., formatting invitations, tracking RSVPs, preparing name badges, preparing promotional materials and assisting with follow up) • Manage creation of advertising, posters, flyers, and other promotional materials, working with the Graphic Designer and outside vendors where appropriate • Support Business Development projects and other Firm initiatives as needed • Work with stakeholders in other Departments and in other offices, as needed • Perform other duties as assigned Education Required • Bachelor’s degree in business, English, communications, marketing, or related field Skills and Experience Required • Minimum 4 plus years of relevant experience • Must be flexible and willing to work additional hours as needed • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environment • Strong attention to detail and self-motivated to produce accurate, timely and complete work product • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Excellent research and analytical abilities • Strong project management skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently • Strong problem solving and analytical skills to make sound decisions, provide solutions, or recommendations an escalate as appropriate • Ability to interact