Business Development Coordinator - IP

THE FIRM

As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 27 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under direction of the Business Development Sr. Manager, the Coordinator performs a variety of duties in support of a dynamic team of business development and practice management professionals dedicated to the firm’s 140+ Intellectual Property Practice Area attorneys.  This role will involve direct contact with attorneys as well as colleagues across the Marketing & Business Development Department and other administrative functions in the firm. This individual should be a motivated and organized self-starter, willing to learn and jump into projects, and provide TOP ECHELON service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Preparing initial drafts of pitches and RFP responses, collaborating with lawyers and other team members as needed based on pitch requirements. Involves formatting, editing, and submitting by a deadline. Includes post pitch follow-up.

• Preparing award nominations, surveys, and submissions for directory and ranking authorities such as Chambers, Legal 500, and Best Lawyers/Best Law Firms.

• Making recommendations for and coordinate sponsorships, memberships, and event attendance at client and industry events to increase the visibility and brand of the firm in assigned practice groups/teams.

• Coordinating with attorneys and M&BD colleagues to update website content, bios, and other marketing materials for assigned practice groups/teams.

• Assisting with a host of other tasks in support of marketing and business development efforts for the Intellectual Property groups (PowerPoints, CLE presentation materials, experience database content updates, Area and Group meetings, etc.)

SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCESSFUL

• A high level of energy and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment is essential.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize; demonstrate superb project management skills.

• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and proficient with grammar and editing. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with varying levels of attorneys and colleagues throughout the firm.

• Interested in developing deeper knowledge of marketing and business development principles, procedures, concepts, and practical applications.

• Self-starter and able to work independently on assigned projects and collaborate with team members as needed to accomplish goals.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) necessary.

• Experience with CRM, document management systems, AI applications, and relational databases a plus.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Preferred: bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, English, marketing, management, communications, or other business-oriented degree.

• Preferred: two to three years’ previous experience in marketing, business development, and/or practice management in a law firm or professional services firm or other related industry.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Alston & Bird LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer does not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

The statements contained in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Professional business references and a background screening will be required for all final applicants selected for a position.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact [email protected].

Alston & Bird is not currently accepting resumes from agencies for this position. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Alston & Bird hires the candidate.