Ballard Spahr LLP Looking for Business Development Specialist – Litigation (Remote) at Remote Full Time

Job type full-time

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Ballard spahr llp seeks a dynamic and successful marketing and business development professional to join the ballard spahr team as a business development specialist for the litigation departmentThis position can be remote if located in arizona, california, delaware, district of columbia, georgia, maryland, minnesota, new jersey, nevada, new york, pennsylvania, south dakota or utah.

As part of a hands-on, collaborative team, this position is responsible for supporting the business development efforts of litigation practice groups, industries, and client teamsThe successful candidate will be an important part of our business development team and will be required to work closely with department and practice group leadership, attorneys, the business development team, the proposal team, and other administrative departments such as finance, pricing and legal project management, and risk management to coordinate and complete projects.

The incumbent must be incredibly service-minded with a penchant for processes and problem solving and can work independently and maintain a focus on priorities while meeting strict deadlinesA collaborative, consultative, inclusive working style is paramountSimilarly, relationships and the ability to quickly grasp the subtler elements of the firm’s culture are essentialA strong sense of urgency and an eye for detail are required, as well as excellent writing skillsThis role will support the firm’s efforts to respond to requests for proposals within the guidelines of firm strategy, business development, and client relationship management goals.

As a business development specialist, some of your responsibilities are as follows:

Support the business development needs of assigned litigation practice groups and initiatives, which includes working with litigation department chair and practice group leaders to create and implement strategic business development goals.
Preparation of proposals, responding to requests for qualifications/proposals (rfq/rfp), and similar procurement requests.
Updates the firm’s experience database with key matters for use in rfps and proposals.
Develop individual attorney business development plans focusing on the expansion of relationships with existing clients, target markets, and prospects.
Develop target lists and opportunities for new business.
Coordinate business development efforts across practice groups, industries and offices including monitoring and effectively communicating opportunities, outcomes, and follow-up activities.
Lead cross-marketing efforts for existing clients and help to improve inter-office and practice communication on business development opportunities.
Organize, track, and report on all marketing and business development efforts related to assigned practice groups.

Required skills

Qualified applicants must possess excellent writing, editing, communication (oral and written), project management, interpersonal, and analytical skillsStrong computer proficiency a mustThe ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines, combined with an intense client service attitude, a strong work ethic and a team player attitude are indispensable.

Required experience

A bachelor degree in a relevant area with a minimum three years’ experience in professional services marketing requiredSignificant business knowledge and experience required.

Resume, cover letter and salary requirements are required.

Ballard spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and to supporting the communities where we live and workPeople from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firmDiverse candidates including women, people of color and members of the lgbtqai+ community, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The health, safety and well-being of our ballard community is a top priorityTherefore, all lawyers and staff are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employmentWe believe this is the most prudent position to take in order to meet our obligation to provide as safe of a workplace as possibleThe firm will provide exemptions and accommodations for medical and religious reasons consistent with applicable law.

The firm is not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

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