Business Development Coordinator - Litigation

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success. General Description: We are seeking a Business Development Coordinator to join the team! The Business Development Coordinator is an early- to mid-level marketing and business development role responsible for supporting defined projects and initiatives for their assigned section, practice group and/or industry sector group. The Coordinator takes ownership of work streams, builds productive working relationships with attorneys, and contributes to the team's marketing and business development efforts with increasing autonomy. This role bridges execution and strategy, requiring both strong project management skills and a growing understanding of the business of law. Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: Project Management: Support marketing and business development projects from planning through implementation, including assisting with project plans, coordinating stakeholders, tracking milestones, and helping ensure timely completion. Event Management: Help coordinate and manage practice-specific events, webinars, sponsorships, client dinners, and receptions, including planning,logistics, vendor management, attendee communications, day-of execution, and post-event follow-up and reporting. Pitch & Proposal Development: Assist with developing and preparing customized pitch materials, presentations, and RFP responses in collaboration with attorneys and the Business Development team, ensuring materials are compelling,accurate, and tailored to the audience. Directory & Awards Management: Coordinate directory, award, and ranking submissions (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500, Law360, Business Journals) by working with attorneys and Managers to draft narratives, collect supporting information, and manage submission timelines. Research & Analysis: Conduct basic research on industries, prospective clients, firm experience, and competitors,collaboratingwiththe firm’s Competitive Intelligence Teamasappropriate,synthesizing findings into actionable summaries and recommendations for the Business Development team. Collateral & Content Maintenance: Update andmaintainthe firm's practice development information, including marketing collateral, brochures, biographies, practice group descriptions, deal/caselistsand website content, ensuring materials are current,accurateand consistent. Attorney Engagement: Build andmaintainproductive working relationships with attorneys in assigned practice areas, proactively gathering information, responding torequestsand serving as a reliable point of contact for marketing and business development needs. Communications: Assistwith drafting and coordinating internal and external communications, including press releases, social media posts, newsletters, and announcements related to practice achievements and events. Data Management: Maintainand update experience databases, mailinglistsdeal tracking systemsand other data repositories to support business development efforts. Referral Tracking & Reporting: Manage the tracking and documentation of referrals, ensuringaccuraterecords,timelyfollow-upand periodic reporting on outcomes. Expected to maintain a regular and predictable work schedule and full attention to and engagement in work activities on behalf of the firm during business hours unless otherwise approved or required by applicable law. Special projects and duties as assigned. Required Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and build rapport with attorneys,clientsand colleagues at all levels. Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives,anticipateobstaclesand drive projects to completion. Advancedproficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite or Microsoft 365, including Excel,Wordand PowerPoint. Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgmentand manage time effectively with moderate supervision. Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment while balancing competing priorities and stakeholder demands. Growing knowledge of legal industry marketing practices, including directories,rankingsand legal media. High level of professionalism,discretionand judgment when handling confidential information. Flexibility and adaptability in responding to shifting priorities and evolving business needs. Experience with Foundation,QorusDocs and AI preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, or Microsoft 365. Required Qualifications & Education: Bachelor's degree 3–5 years of relevant experience in marketing, business development, communications, or professional services; law firm experience preferred Preferred Qualifications & Education: Law firm experience preferred Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Moderate or advanced keyboard usage. Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being. Below are the benefits we offer: comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents. Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Personal Information collected from applicants will be used for the purpose of processing the application throughout any recruitment or employment process, as well as inclusion in a personnel file. Categories of data collected may include name, address, phone numbers, email, Social Security Number, and signature. Holland & Knight may collect further information if you consent to a background check. This includes criminal background, employment, and certifications. 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