Business Development Specialist - IP/IP Litigation

Overview WilmerHale is a leading, full‑service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice. Why You Should Apply As the Business Development Specialist, you will take a lead role in supporting the Intellectual Property and IP Litigation Business Development Manager and team on a wide variety of initiatives in support of revenue‑generating and general marketing and visibility opportunities for these practice areas. Specific areas of focus include pitch and RFP support, coordination of sponsorships and events, legal directory work, research, content management, marketing communications and collateral development, and other business development activities. Responsibilities Support the preparation of sophisticated, thoughtful and persuasive pitches and contribute to RFP responses by drafting content, coordinating administrative elements, and reviewing substantive content for quality assurance and consistency. May lead responses to particular IP and IP litigation pitches. With oversight from the Business Development Manager and in collaboration with the firm’s operations team, support and, where required, lead the planning and execution of firm events, including seminars, webinars, client entertainment and receptions. Play a lead role in the drafting, coordination, review, submission and documentation of the firm’s IP‑related legal directory submissions (Chambers USA, Legal 500, etc.) and those that apply to key industries in which the group operates. Prepare lawyers for and oversee the scheduling of related interviews with legal directory researchers. Conduct quick‑turn research using select databases (Docket Navigator, Lex Machina), and collaborate with library and research services team on fulfilling in‑depth research and competitive intelligence analyses about companies, industries, markets, and competitors; help to develop insights and communicate applicable information to lawyers. Maintain Intellectual Property Department and Intellectual Property Litigation Practice experience and content in the firm’s content management database (Foundation). Act in conjunction with other Clients & Markets service areas to support marketing communications‑related activities. Perform special projects as requested by Business Development leadership team, including activities related to onboarding lateral partners and client feedback sessions. Qualifications Excellent written and oral communication skills. Keen attention to detail and quality. Strong time‑management skills to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines. Experience in a dynamic environment with the ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize workload under strict and quickly evolving deadlines. Collegial team player with an interest in continuous improvement and growth, and a willingness to collaborate and lend support where needed. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Education & Experience BA/BS required. 3‑5+ years’ experience in a professional services environment, preferably with a law firm, in a marketing or business development role is required. Benefits Hiring range for this position is $100,000 – $125,000 annually, with final compensation based on experience, qualifications and internal equity. Position is eligible for a Hybrid Schedule. Medical, dental and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing options. Paid time off and holidays. Equal Opportunity Employment Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law. For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr WilmerHale