Business Development Specialist

Business Development Specialist

Los Angeles, Woodland Hills | California, Full-time, (Hybrid Work Schedule)

Fisher Phillips, a renowned international leader in employment and labor law, continues to gain momentum as workplace issues take center stage across the nation. We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Specialist to join our team! In this role, you will be a key player in shaping and executing initiatives that elevate our brand, engage our clients, and expand our market presence. You will be working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit are highly valued. This position reports to the Firm’s Senior Business Development Manager as part of the Marketing & Business Development (MBD) team and will provide direct support to the Los Angeles and Woodland Hills, CA offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Progress Local and National Initiatives: Lead and coordinate business development efforts at both local and national levels, working with practice groups, industry teams, and our firmwide marketing department to deliver high-impact programs and campaigns.
• Identify and Grow Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with local associations and organizations to cultivate relationships that align with the firm’s strategic goals and enhance value for our clients.
• Drive Engaging Events and Content: Innovate and execute compelling events, webinars, and programming that strengthens our brand presence and client engagement.
• Help Attorneys Implement Winning Strategies: Partner with our attorneys to create, implement, and track personalized marketing plans that drive growth and business development.
• Support Leadership: Regularly meet with Regional Managing Partners to align on business development and marketing priorities and provide insights and progress updates to ensure the success of local offices.
• Identify Potential Business Opportunities: Conduct thorough client research to identify and pursue new business development opportunities.
• Coordinate Rankings and Recognition: Lead and coordinate our local submissions for Chambers and other key ranking directories, positioning the firm for recognition in the market.
• Coordinate High-Impact Presentations: Support the development of visually compelling and persuasive presentations that elevate our messaging and resonate with our audiences.
• Coordinate Budgets: Manage office marketing and business development budgets, process invoices, and maintain vendor relationships to ensure smooth operations.
• Facilitate Creative Marketing Campaigns: Design, execute, and evaluate innovative marketing and social media campaigns, in collaboration with our firmwide marketing team, to maximize our reach and impact.
• Craft Compelling Pitches and Proposals: Develop persuasive client and prospect pitch materials, working closely with the proposal team to deliver standout RFP responses.
• Foster a Collaborative Culture: Be an active contributor to our business development and marketing functions, bringing fresh ideas and collaborative energy to the team.

Requirements

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