At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we’re building change within our sector and beyond.

It starts with our people, which is why we need a Marketing & Business Development Manager to join our team. The Marketing & Business Development Manager is a member of the firmwide marketing and business development group and is responsible for the full range of business development activities for the Class Actions & Mass Torts practice. This position will also collaborate with sector support teams and will contribute to other firmwide marketing and business development initiatives as needed. This role is global in scope, and it is imperative that the Business Development Manager possesses the capability to connect contingents of resources and expertise globally to develop cohesive and effective business development initiatives.

The Marketing & Business Development Manager works closely with practice group leaders and sector team leaders to create opportunities to grow the practice group through research-driven growth initiatives. The Marketing and Business Development Manager works closely with attorneys to identify new opportunities from clients and potential clients, develop client communications, implement practice-specific branding and PR, draft and provide guidance on client proposals and presentations, and plan events that support practice and regional goals. This position requires close communication and collaboration with team members across offices, practices and sectors.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Developing effective marketing ideas, strategies and opportunities to raise the profile of the Class Actions & Mass Torts Practice Group across the firm
• Proactively presenting ideas for business development to practice leaders and assists in the execution of approved plans
• Supporting group and individual lawyers’ business development efforts
• Organizing and working closely with other professionals and staff to present effective live and online events, such as continuing education seminars, webinars, workshops or social receptions for clients
• Working closely with lawyers, marketing staff and firmwide personnel to prepare Request for Proposal (RFP) responses, write proposals, and create presentations for new business
• Coaching lawyers as they prepare for marketing and business development-related presentations
• Serving as the primary contact for managing and executing lateral integration plans for the practice group, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment across all departments.
• Working with the Creative Services Team on the creation of and maintenance of practice marketing materials, including maps and infographics.
• Working with our external consultant and other BCLP stakeholders, play a role in managing the group’s participation in relevant legal directories (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500).
• Collaborating with the Research Intelligence Team and other firm resources to facilitate competitive intelligence and marketing research reports.
• Producing client alerts, practice newsletters and other practice communications
• Developing mailing lists for external client communications
• Working closely with the practice group leaders in planning and budgeting marketing initiatives
• Implementing Firmwide initiatives as assigned
• Performing other duties as assigned
  

• Ability to deal professionally with both internal and external clients on all levels
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing with both internal and external clients and to diplomatically pushback or question those in authority for greater clarity or more information, if needed
• Proven ability to concentrate on the details of executing projects once the big picture has been identified by upper management
• Proven budgeting, project management, organizational, and planning skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well in an active environment with flexibility and adaptability to changing work flow and work assignments
• Ability to work flexible schedule to accommodate projects as needed
• Demonstrated proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Dynamics, and competence working in a web environment
• Proven ability to think creatively, using good judgment and decision-making capabilities
• Requires the ability to regularly report to work on the days and times scheduled
• Ability to travel as needed
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum five (5) years’ marketing experience in a professional services environment or five (5) years’ experience handling public relations

Pursuant to the Illinois pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for this position. At the time of posting, the estimated Illinois range is $124,480 to $194,500. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule. Additional compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus.

BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Firm strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or medical conditions related thereto), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The Firm also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status. The Firm complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need an accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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