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Pursuits & Directories Business Development & Marketing Coordinator - Global

DLA Piper, Chicago, IL, United States


Pursuits & Directories Coordinator Global

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together. Responsibilities

As a member of the Business Development's Pursuit team, the Pursuits & Directories Coordinator Global, has a primary responsibility for collaborating with others to create compelling deliverables that best position the firm to win work. They will support the MBD team when: Developing best-in-class, client-centric, compliant, and on-time, pitch and introductory material for business development purposes Developing and maintaining business development standard content Maintaining, updating, and navigating a robust experience library Collaborating with attorneys and colleagues on directory submissions Location

This position can sit in our Miami, Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, Northern Virginia, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Diego, Seattle, Short Hills, Washington DC, or Wilmington office and offers a hybrid work schedule. Desired Skills

Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Must have database experience and knowledge of management systems and presentation software. General understanding of the role of business development within a law firm environment. Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects under tight deadlines. Must have strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, as well as solid judgment and decision-making abilities. Ability to recommend and implement solutions. Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with team members, marketing professionals, attorneys, pricing staff and others. Growth-mindset and team-oriented to contribute to overall department projects and needs. Preferred Skills

Bilingual Fluent in Spanish Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communication, or related discipline Minimum Years of Experience

2 years' project/production experience to include management of pitches & proposals in a professional services environment. Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties. Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner. Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product. Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required. Foster positive work relationships. Comply with all firm policies and practices. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment. Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future.