Bilingual Business Development Specialist

Role Overview

• Provide strategic support and recommendations for the development of marketing, business development, and client plans for various practice groups, sector groups, market groups, and strategic issue groups
• Contribute to the execution of go-to-market strategies and targeted initiatives
• Lead and/or support the execution of business development initiatives, including sponsorships, conferences, directory and awards submissions, creation and updating of marketing materials, and related tasks as needed
• In collaboration with Research, Client Service & Innovation (CSI), and Finance, compile and analyze competitive and commercial intelligence reports to support practice groups, industry groups, and client teams in their business development efforts
• Assist lawyers and the Clients & Markets team in responding to client requests for firm information, including capability documents, fact sheets, and lists of matters
• Regularly identify and submit significant matters to the Transactions and Mandates team for use in pitch materials, rankings, the website, award applications, and marketing collateral
• Track business development and marketing activities and information in various databases, including Salesforce
• Contribute to our Net Promoter Score (NPS) program by collecting and recording important client feedback
• Support the Marketing Solutions team by routing requests to the appropriate functional teams, facilitating updates to lawyer profiles, and providing other services as needed
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a professional services environment
• Bilingual in French and English (required)
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite; ability to quickly learn and leverage new technology solutions
• Prior experience with Salesforce and SharePoint (an asset)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize while meeting tight deadlines
• Ability to complete assigned tasks in a systematic and logical manner with strong attention to detail
• Professional maturity, interpersonal skills, tact, and discretion
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
• Flexibility and adaptability

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits from day one, including firm-paid group insurance coverage
• A wellness program
• A technology spending allowance
• Competitive compensation
• Overtime pay
• Generous time off, including a volunteer day and a personal birthday day off
• Opportunities for growth and professional development at all levels
• Frequent opportunities to engage with the community
• A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• A collaborative, cohesive culture