Business Development Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

A prestigious law firm is in search of a proficient and motivated Business Development Specialist who will play a pivotal role in supporting our Corporate Partners within the Startup, Capital Markets, and M&A Practices.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop research and sales materials for upcoming meetings with potential clients.
Assist in responding to proposal opportunities.
Aid in conducting analyses of unsuccessful pitches post-submission.
Oversee the input of pre and post-pitch activities into the CRM database.
Maintain updates to marketing client lists, experience management database, and pitch templates.
Coordinate with both internal and external parties to arrange business development, networking, and related activities.
Evaluate the caliber of entrepreneurial

events/organizations

to guide partners' engagement strategies.
Participate in and secure speaking engagements at such events while aiding partners in lead evaluation for promising startups.
Assist the events team with local event planning and execution.
Aid partners in evaluating certain unfunded startup prospects.
Support the Senior Business Development Manager in referring clients seeking funding to VC contacts, whether funded or unfunded.
Manage and help upkeep a database of current clients, potential clients, referrals, and marketing and sales endeavors.
Assist partners in managing their contact networks, including sustaining connections and organizing ongoing initiatives.
Directly participate in and train administrative assistants in utilizing social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn).
Draft various correspondences, including introductions, thank-you letters, reminders, and confirmations.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
5 years of business development experience and a Bachelor's degree.
Must have experience working in a law firm setting.
Proficient in data entry.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with personnel at all organizational levels.
Proficiency in intermediate to advanced social networking techniques.
Strong search and research abilities, including data gathering and reporting.
Understanding of technology sectors (software, mobile, life sciences, cleantech, etc.) and the startup ecosystem.
Familiarity with the legal industry, particularly the practices and sales cycles of large law firms.
Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Excel.
Projected Salary Range:
$84,000 - $114,000
The actual base salary offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education level, certifications, professional licenses, and geographic location.

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