Business Development Specialist

Role Overview

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations. The Business Development Specialist drives the planning and execution of high-quality, proactive business development and marketing projects and initiatives for assigned practice, industry, or strategic business groups.

What You Will Do

The Business Development Specialist will develop and maintain a deep understanding of the group’s attorneys, client base, experience, and market capabilities, and effectively communicate the firm’s and the group’s value proposition and differentiators to a variety of audiences through clear, persuasive writing. The Specialist will also analyze corporate transaction data from deal databases and league table sources, and support deal reporting processes by coordinating with attorneys and deal teams to capture, verify, and maintain accurate deal and matter information in firm databases.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field, and 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm, professional services, or related environment. The candidate will also have excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to draft and produce compelling proposals, collateral, research reports, and client-facing presentation materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a law firm, professional services, or related environment
• Prior experience with deal reporting, pipeline management, and competitive market intelligence in a legal industry setting
• Familiarity with deal databases and marketing intelligence platforms (e.g., Pitchbook, Mergermarket, Bloomberg) and CRM systems such as InterAction and Foundation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to draft and produce compelling proposals, collateral, research reports, and client-facing presentation materials
• High level of maturity and confidence necessary to interact with sophisticated internal and external clients
• Ability to initiate, create, and lead short- and mid-term projects, reprioritize workflow as needed, and take day-to-day responsibility for project deliverables
• Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to respond promptly and professionally to requests and proactively communicate challenges or delays
• Ability to contribute innovative ideas and support process improvements
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet research tools
• Knowledge of InterAction and Foundation a plus
• Professional and courteous demeanor with firm attorneys and colleagues
• Professional appearance required
• Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs
• High attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work efficiently
• High level of professional integrity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements