Business Development Specialist (Law Firm/IP Practice)
Company: SourcePro Search
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
We are conducting a search for a Business Development Specialist
with at least 4 years of experience supporting business development
or marketing initiatives within an Intellectual Property Practice
Group at a top-rated law firm. What You'll Do: Contribute to the
strategic business development and marketing plans including goals,
action items, and deadlines. Collaborate with partners, the
Business Development, Marketing, and Communications teams, as well
as other internal stakeholders in the development and execution of
these plans; Develop strong knowledge of the practice’s market
position, key strengths, bench of expertise in key industries and
client base; Draft and prepare written proposals, pitches, and
other communications to clients, prospective clients, and related
third party organizations; Help draft legal directory and awards
submissions, including drafting, editing and tracking; Drive
content-driven campaign strategy designed to generate new business
opportunities; Collaborate with the global business development
team on the identification and pursuit of cross-selling
initiatives; Support the practice's key client efforts and work
with colleagues on best practice to ensure the identification,
development, and growth of high-value services to key clients; Plan
and oversee seminars, events, and other targeted marketing
activities; Help practice group leaders and business development
senior manager to manage relevant business development budgets;
Collaborate with functional managers on relevant PR,
communications, and digital marketing initiatives; Travel as needed
to support initiatives and participate in activities; and Act as a
lead on additional related projects within the Department or Firm
as assigned. What You'll Bring: BA/BS Degree (required); At least
four (4) years of professional work experience supporting business
development or marketing initiatives at a peer law firm or
professional services firm; Experience supporting Intellectual
Property Practice Group (preferred). Knowledge of technologies,
developments, trends and literature related to legal and
professional services marketing fields; Proficiency in MS Office
Suite and document management systems; Fundamental knowledge of CRM
systems; Proficiency in online research and internet resources and
ability to analyze information to identify trends in key markets
and related business growth opportunities; Excellent verbal and
communication skills, including attention to detail and
proofreading; Knowledge of the needs and expectations of law firm
operations and corporate legal clients in order to function at a
strategic level; Advanced knowledge of marketing principles,
procedures, concepts and practical applications; Fundamental
knowledge of networking and relationship management; Proficiency in
team building, management, and leadership skills; Fundamental
knowledge of legal concepts; and Ability to independently manage
priorities and projects effectively.
https://sourceprosearch.com/
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