Business Development Coordinator

The Business Development Coordinator will assist with the implementation of the Business Development strategy to maximize client retention and growth.The role-holder will work closely with the Partners and Business Development team.The individual will oversee the maintenance of business development and marketing collateral for the Group and Office, monitor progress against planned priorities, support client teams, prepare submissions for awards and directories, elevate the Firm's profile, prepare pitches and RFPs, support webinars and thought leadership sessions, and execute client events.Main ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development SupportWork with all members of the Business Development team and Office Client Development team to identify new business opportunities with new and existing clientsProposalsAssist with the development of proposals, including collecting relevant content such as practice area descriptions, representative matters, and client / matter informationHelp to quality assure and produce the final productClient Relationship ResearchConduct client research, including research on Firm-specific information such as billings, matters, and relevant timekeepersLiaise and exchange information with other practice groups targeting the same clientsBusiness Development and Marketing CollateralDevelop and maintain digital and hard copy marketing collateral; collect client / matterinformation for all practice sub-groups, update practice group and office information, relevant capability statements, rankings and awards, CVs, bios, and any other relevant materials, including those appearing on the Firm's external websiteBusiness PlanningAssist with the preparation of materials and conduct research to facilitate business planningTrack the progress against the practice group and office business plan, and in consultation with the head of the group and senior BD members, proactively notify and follow up with accountable partners as neededDirectoriesAssist in reviewing submissions prepared by the directories team and track all rankings and awardsCollaborate with key members of the Global Business Development GroupBrand ManagementEnsure the Firm's brand is maintainedCoordinate with the Firm's web support team to ensure website content is up-to-date and relevantFirm Positioning and EventsWork with the local office resource(s) to execute the Group's client seminars, conferences, webinars, internal meetings, sponsorships / partnerships with outside organizations, and all other events in which the Firm and Group representation and participation are necessaryBudget ManagementWork with the Business Development lead and other senior leaders to develop business cases for budget requests based on business planning, and be aware of the budget available from both Regional and Global sourcesMonitor business development expenditures, develop and obtain necessary approval on all business development expenses from practice group managersPractice Group AdministrationMaintain the Group's email distribution lists and calendarUpdate Group intranet site with relevant materialSupport matter database collection and uploadsSkills and ExperienceA bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related fieldStrong experience in business development, marketing, or another relevant field, preferably in a legal or other professional services environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and SpanishSelf-motivated and independent, able to work with minimum supervisionWell-developed and sophisticated organization, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to relate to and gain the confidence of people at all levels within an organization, as well as an ability to build strong relationships and work in a collaborative environmentOrganized, detail-oriented individual with strong project management skills, able to work on multiple tasks with competing deadlinesStrong computer skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, or similarA high level of discretion, diplomacy, and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentialityEnergy and persistence, and a good understanding of the importance of delivering exceptional customer service to internal and external clientsFamiliar with the internet and web-based platformsExperience in working in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing requests, ideally in the professional services industryReports toBusiness Development, Marketing and Communications ManagerPosition typeIn MarketDevelopment frameworkBusiness SupportAbout usAt Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave.With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level.Baker McKenzie can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all.Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices.We encourage the best people – regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age – to fulfill their professional aspirations with us.We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.#J-*****-Ljbffr