Business Development Coordinator – Health & Life Sciences

McDermott Will & Emery

Business Development Coordinator supporting firm’s BD team with client requests, event logistics, and collateral preparation. Focus on organizing information and coordinating projects across practice groups.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeBoston • District of Columbia, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $72,000 - $99,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Compile client and prospective client requested information and draft responses for requests for proposals (RFP’s) and pitches
Track client information in the client relationship management (CRM) system
Collect and coordinate matter tracking information in the firm’s central matter tracking system
Assist with event management and logistics, including supporting speaker outreach and coordination
Coordinate webinars, including coordinating with the marketing team
Gather information and details for legal directory and league table submissions
Create and update business development collateral
Draft entries for legal awards and nominations
Prepare lists for targeting from our internal CRM and other external platforms
Assist with various administrative and project management tasks
Develop strong working relationships with practice attorneys and other members of the BD team
Compile business and industry research in support of new business opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
At least two (2) years of related work experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Familiarity with client relationship management (CRM) software
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Performance-based bonuses
Wellness program emphasizing work-life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

business developmentevent managementproject managementlegal researchproposal draftingmatter trackingcollateral creationaward nominations

Soft Skills

strong written communicationstrong verbal communicationstrong organizational skillsrelationship buildingability to prioritizeability to work under tight deadlinesconfidentiality management

Certifications

Bachelor's degree