The Analyst– Business Development (Cybersecurity, Intellectual Property and Litigation) works with Analysts, Managers, other marketing staff and lawyers worldwide to assist with efforts to generate increased business for the Firm. He/she will leverage research, writing, technical and communication skills to support the Firm’s Cybersecurity, Intellectual Property and Litigation practices. The analyst will report to the Business Development Manager for Litigation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist analysts and managers worldwide in preparing targeted presentations (pitch books, short form brochures and deal sheets), in a manner that effectively communicates the Firm’s relevant experience and articulates clear reasons why the Firm should be retained. Under the direction of the senior manager and providing support to the analysts:
  • Update and maintain all standard pitch files and collateral.
  • Update lawyer biographies over multiple channels (print, digital).
  • Maintain a complete record of all pitches (of any type).
  • Complete production aspects (editing, fact checking, proofreading, assembling) to ensure materials are delivered accurately and on time.
• Follow Firm news, note wins and maintain corresponding practice experience databases.
• Assist with submissions to directories, guides and other surveys.
• Coordinate substantive industry research and identify potential opportunities.
• Coordinate competitive intelligence research, used to update lawyers on market/regional trends.
• Collaborate with worldwide staff to ensure non-English marketing descriptions are updated.
• Coordinate content aspects of conferences and other events.
• Track news and developments relating to the Firm’s different litigation practices generally.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing/editing, proofreading, grammar and research skills (a writing and editing test is required).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Understanding of litigation terminology and process.
• Proficiency in standard spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation applications (e.g., Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint are pluses), as well as with a variety of online and new media information resources. Knowledge of any CRM system is also helpful. The Firm provides additional training in core software programs, if needed, to enhance skills and speed of work.
• An ability to handle time-sensitive requests from multiple lawyers, and to generate quality work product in a fastpaced environment. Excellent interpersonal skills. Deadline oriented.
• A commitment to the highest standards of excellence and professionalism that are the hallmarks of legal practice.

Education and/or Experience

• Two to five years of experience working for a law firm, financial institution or other professional services firm.
• BA or equivalent required.