
Business Development Specialist
Husch Blackwell
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: California • Colorado • United States
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Salary
💰 $70,000 - $142,000 per year
About the role
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the group’s attorneys, client base, experience, and market capabilities, and effectively communicate the firm’s and the group’s value proposition and differentiators to a variety of audiences through clear, persuasive writing.
- Develop an understanding of the BDMC department’s operations and the specific roles and responsibilities of each segment.
- Collaborate with team members to contribute to and lead multi-team efforts.
- Collaborate with the firm’s research team to produce reports, distilling key findings into clear, concise summaries, and delivering actionable insights to attorneys in an efficient and timely manner.
- Support the planning and implementation of business development and marketing projects for the group, including deliverables and ROI analysis.
- Take ownership of an industry vertical within the group, driving related initiatives and reporting on progress.
- Draft, revise, and produce high-quality marketing and client-facing materials—including pitches, RFPs, presentations, and informational sheets—tailored to support new business opportunities and showcase the group’s capabilities.
- Lead the collection, organization, and maintenance of data in business development databases (e.g., RFP/pitch database, representative experience, SBU budget requests, and ROI).
- Research profile-raising opportunities for partners and key practices.
- Collaborate with BDMC teams to raise the SBU's internal and external visibility and positioning in key markets through speaking engagements, sponsorships, advertisements, public relations, social media, and other activities, aiming to maximize visibility and impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; focus in business, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred.
- 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm, professional services, or related environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to draft and produce compelling proposals, collateral, research reports, and client-facing presentation materials.
- High level of maturity and confidence necessary to interact with sophisticated internal and external clients.
- Ability to initiate, create, and lead short- and mid-term projects, reprioritize workflow as needed, and take day-to-day responsibility for project deliverables.
- Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to respond promptly and professionally to requests and proactively communicate challenges or delays.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet research tools.
- Knowledge of InterAction and Foundation a plus.
- Professional and courteous demeanor with firm attorneys and colleagues; professional appearance required.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- High attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work efficiently.
- High level of professional integrity; ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust.
Benefits
- medical and dental coverage
- life insurance
- short-term and long-term disability insurance
- pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
- an employee assistance program
- Paid Time Off
- paid holidays
- participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements
- more
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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