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Cooley

Practice Group Marketing Specialist (Litigation)

Cooley, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Practice Group Marketing Specialist (Litigation)Cooley is seeking a Practice Group Marketing Specialist to join the Marketing team.

Position Summary : The Practice Group Marketing Specialist reports to and works closely with the Senior Practice Group Marketing Manager. The primary goal is drive revenue for the firm through brand building and cultivating client development as a thought leader in the design, implementation, and execution of campaigns, initiatives, and programs focused on client retention, growth, and new business opportunities. In this role, the Practice Group Marketing Specialist will be a trusted working with the Senior Practice Group Marketing Manager to execute tasks and functions in support of assigned practice group(s) strategic business plans and marketing goals in a manner consistent with the firm's overall strategy. Work is defined by the goals, objectives and policies of the department and the practices. Work is typically reviewed only at certain milestones, or at completion. Identifies and resolves complex problems that may cross departments. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Position responsibilities :

Strategic direction:

In conjunction with the [senior] manager, practice group leaders and firm leadership, develop and support marketing and business development plan for practice groupSupport short-and-long term strategic sales plans and tactics that result in measurable growth of business for the Firm, with emphasis on retention of and cross-selling (within new practice groups and offices) to existing clients. As well as cultivation of new clients for the firmIdentify practice group targets/prospects and support programs, events, sponsorships, etc., to drive revenueGuide practice-specific strategies/tactics and serve as liaison between practice group and other marketing functionsCommunicate sales strategies and tactics to attorneys to ensure implementation within all geographic regionsCoordinate and leverage activities with the business development efforts of attorneys and marketing managers across the firmPractice Group marketing responsibilities

Execute all assigned aspects of (Business/Litigation) department marketing activities for assigned practice group(s)Establish a baseline understanding and pursuit of mastery of assigned practice group(s) services, offerings, and lawyersCollaborate and lead the development of marketing materials including qualifications, pitch deck, matter and experience lists, website content, and related materialsContribute to the execution of winning responses to formal RFP/RFIs in conjunction with firm's Pitch & Proposal teamExecute assigned tasks and progress into management of firm sponsored and industry participation events, sponsorships, client dinners, and related activitiesParticipate, in conjunction with relevant stakeholders, the strategy development and team members driving the execution of directory and awards submissionsManage the relevant tasks to completion of thought leadership in conjunction with marketing plan, including speaking engagements, webinars, blogs, whitepapers, and moreCollaborate with practice group marketing leadership and Communications in developing brand and marketing campaigns on identified topics, services, and offerings and response to requests for PR/Media requestsDevelop expertise in the use of the firm technologies, i.e., CRM, experience management databases, and firm proprietary databases, to support and advance client and business development opportunitiesOther duties as assigned or requiredSkills & experience:

Required:

After orientation at Cooley LLP, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applicationsFollowing training, exhibit proficiency in firm marketing systems software (e.g., CRM tool (Salesforce) and WordPress)Available to work overtime, as required3+ years' experience in a marketing/business development-related fieldPreferred:

Bachelor's degree preferred with emphasis in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Business, or related-field a plusExperience in a law firm or professional services environment, with a working knowledge of professional services industriesDepth of understanding of the litigation practiceExperience with litigation research tools and databases like PACER, Monitor Suite, Lex Machina, and Docket NavigatorCompetencies:

Ability to work with little direct supervision, in a highly-collaborative, fast-paced environmentAbility to multi-task, problem solve, work well under pressure and coordinate sophisticated marketing programs with good resultsStrong attention to detailStrong project management and organizational skillsAbility to consistently meet deadlinesAssertive, but flexible as to style; must be able to handle stressful situations and interact with various personalities and communication styles at all levels in the firmStrong analytical and research skillsAbility to master the use of complex marketing systems and to train others on these systems.Strong ability to function well as a team member and facilitatorExhibit intellectual curiosity and genuine enthusiasm for law firm marketing activities and goals.Excellent communication skills both written and verbalAbility to develop professional relationships with department members, attorneys and firm staff.Reliable and punctual

Cooley offers a competitive compensation and excellent benefits package and is committed to fair and equitable employment practices. EOE.

The expected hourly pay range for this position with a work schedule of 40 hours per week is $35.00 - $51.00 ($72,800.00 - $106,080.00 annually). Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.

We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as 20 days of Paid Time Off ("PTO") and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.