Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

We have an opening for a Business Development Coordinator, Global Finance in the New York area.

The Business Development Coordinator supports the Business Development Manager and attorneys in the assigned practice area with business development initiatives and activities.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Thoughtful preparation of pitch, proposal, and client meeting materials (talking points, research, etc.), offer recommendations on our approach, deliver tailored documents that tie into the proposed strategy and points of differentiation;
• Conduct research on companies, industries, marketplaces and competitors related to pitches and other strategic initiatives;
• Gather intelligence on legal industry trends to provide an overview of the competitive landscape and explore opportunities;
• Collaborate with business development colleagues to maximize cross-selling opportunities;
• Provide support on a cross-border, cross-departmental key client work and relationship development;
• Support practice-related events, seminars, and briefings (planning, marketing communications, logistics);
• Assist with marketing campaigns and digital marketing efforts;
• Research and coordinate sponsorships to fully leverage benefits;
• Work with the Public Relations & Communications team in the implementation of communication strategies, including identifying hot topics in identified practice areas;
• Works with colleagues to support contact management efforts (including contact updates, development of targeted marketing lists, tagging client activities, etc.);
• Maintain the business development and marketing databases;
• Track business development activities, including meetings, presentations, pitches; and
• Perform special projects as requested.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree (required);
• 2+ years of experience in legal or professional services industry (required);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems;
• Fundamental knowledge of CRM systems
• Proficiency in online research and internet resources;
• Research skills and ability to turn data into useful deliverables;
• Knowledge of the needs and expectations of law firm operations, partners, and clients;
• Knowledge of networking and relationship management; and
• Knowledge of marketing principles, procedures, concepts and practical applications.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short and Long Term Disability
• Voluntary 401k plan and profit sharing
• 10 paid holidays per year, and a generous PTO program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave and Fertility coverage
• Bright Horizons (Back-up child care, elder care and online tutoring)
• Dependent Care
• Wellness programs (Employee Assistance Program, mental health and well-being events)
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation Allowance and Commuter Benefits
• Auto/Home/Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee discounts
• And more!

The Firm has a range of diversity initiatives including our Paul Hastings Affinity Networks (PHANs), Women’s Initiative, and PH Balanced. These initiatives provide a firmwide forum to share experiences, as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm more inclusive. Learn more about our Global Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness Initiatives here.