Business Development Specialist
Job Description
Opensity Solutions is hiring a Business Development Specialist to support business development, marketing content, and event-facing efforts in a hybrid role based in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with lawyers across assigned practices to carry out business development plans, initiatives, and activities
- Create, customize, and maintain pitch documents, directory submissions, and other marketing materials tailored to specific target audiences
- Track business, legal, and geopolitical news to identify potential opportunities for individual partners and practice groups
- Support business development efforts tied to onboarding and integration of assigned lateral partners
- Conduct follow-up as needed after client events and webinars, along with other thought leadership campaigns
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in professional services or law firm business development
- Law firm experience required
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, plus strong verbal and written communication
- Collegial, collaborative approach and strong team player mindset
- Ability to self-direct and manage multiple high-visibility projects on fast timelines in a high-pressure environment
- Strong to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Some knowledge of applications specific to the legal field
- Ability to lift or move 40 lbs. or greater
- Ability to grasp, lift, or carry packages on a standard wheeled cart with a 75 lbs. load capacity
- Ability to walk, bend, kneel, stand, or sit for extended periods of time
Technology
- Microsoft Office Suite
Job Details
- Location: Washington, DC (hybrid)
- Employment status: Non-exempt
- Pay: USD 38 per hour
- Hybrid schedule includes serving as the on-site business development contact for marketing events
Benefits
- May be eligible for an annual bonus