WilmerHale
Client Development Coordinator - IP/IP Litigation
WilmerHale, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
WilmerHale
is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology, and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff; and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration, and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.What You Will Be DoingThis position supports the Intellectual Property and Intellectual Property Litigation Client Development Director and Manager and the broader Client Development team on a wide variety of initiatives, including the execution of research, pitch materials, presentations, responses to requests for proposal, marketing content management, marketing communications, events, sponsorships, and general business development activities.While supporting activities across legal departments and providing an enhanced level of support for client development activities related to the Intellectual Property Department and the Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group, the Client Development Coordinator is responsible for developing an understanding of department and firmwide priorities in order to properly assist with activities that support those interests.About This RoleAssists in preparing sophisticated, thoughtful, and persuasive pitches, including RFP responses. Works to coordinate responses, including development of and adherence to timelines, coordination of administrative elements, and review of substantive content for quality assurance and consistency.Provides support for market recognition initiatives and legal directories including
Chambers USA, Legal 500, Managing IP
and
Best Lawyers .Coordinates the full lifecycle of steps related to the planning and implementation of firm events, sponsorships, conferences, webinars, and client entertainment and receptions.Reviews and conducts research on companies, industries, marketplaces, and competitors related to pitches and other strategic initiatives.Works closely with the Client Development Director and Manager to support experience database content management through Foundation (the firm's content management database).Works with colleagues to support contact management efforts (including database and contact updates, development of targeted marketing lists, tagging client activities, etc.).Supports social media strategy as it relates to the Intellectual Property Department and Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group, along with individual lawyer's business development activities. Also supports marketing communications-related activities, such as website updates, improvements to attorney biographies, and online profiles including LinkedIn.Performs special projects as requested by the Client Development leadership team.Displays professionalism, quality service, and a "can do" attitude to internal members/departments of the firm as well as external clients and vendors via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone, and in person.Your Qualifications/What You Will BringExcellent written, presentation, and oral communication skills.Strong attention to detail and quality.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize action steps, independently manage follow-up, and meet deadlines.Research skills and reasoning ability to turn data into succinct and useful deliverables for lawyers.Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite software, among other tools.Ability to work independently.Required Experience1-2 years of experience in a professional services environment, preferably with a law firm, in a marketing or business development role is a plus.Education:BA/BS required.This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary.WilmerHale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or veteran status, or other protected status.For additional information about our benefits, please click here.Job Location:
Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesPosition Type:
Full-Time/RegularSalary:
69,400.00 - 86,800.00 USD
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is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology, and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff; and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration, and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.What You Will Be DoingThis position supports the Intellectual Property and Intellectual Property Litigation Client Development Director and Manager and the broader Client Development team on a wide variety of initiatives, including the execution of research, pitch materials, presentations, responses to requests for proposal, marketing content management, marketing communications, events, sponsorships, and general business development activities.While supporting activities across legal departments and providing an enhanced level of support for client development activities related to the Intellectual Property Department and the Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group, the Client Development Coordinator is responsible for developing an understanding of department and firmwide priorities in order to properly assist with activities that support those interests.About This RoleAssists in preparing sophisticated, thoughtful, and persuasive pitches, including RFP responses. Works to coordinate responses, including development of and adherence to timelines, coordination of administrative elements, and review of substantive content for quality assurance and consistency.Provides support for market recognition initiatives and legal directories including
Chambers USA, Legal 500, Managing IP
and
Best Lawyers .Coordinates the full lifecycle of steps related to the planning and implementation of firm events, sponsorships, conferences, webinars, and client entertainment and receptions.Reviews and conducts research on companies, industries, marketplaces, and competitors related to pitches and other strategic initiatives.Works closely with the Client Development Director and Manager to support experience database content management through Foundation (the firm's content management database).Works with colleagues to support contact management efforts (including database and contact updates, development of targeted marketing lists, tagging client activities, etc.).Supports social media strategy as it relates to the Intellectual Property Department and Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group, along with individual lawyer's business development activities. Also supports marketing communications-related activities, such as website updates, improvements to attorney biographies, and online profiles including LinkedIn.Performs special projects as requested by the Client Development leadership team.Displays professionalism, quality service, and a "can do" attitude to internal members/departments of the firm as well as external clients and vendors via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone, and in person.Your Qualifications/What You Will BringExcellent written, presentation, and oral communication skills.Strong attention to detail and quality.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize action steps, independently manage follow-up, and meet deadlines.Research skills and reasoning ability to turn data into succinct and useful deliverables for lawyers.Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite software, among other tools.Ability to work independently.Required Experience1-2 years of experience in a professional services environment, preferably with a law firm, in a marketing or business development role is a plus.Education:BA/BS required.This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary.WilmerHale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or veteran status, or other protected status.For additional information about our benefits, please click here.Job Location:
Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesPosition Type:
Full-Time/RegularSalary:
69,400.00 - 86,800.00 USD
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