Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Business Development Manager in Singapore and working in collaboration with global client & markets, brand and communications teams, the candidate is expected to do the following:
· Coordinates the preparation of client RFPs, presentations, proposals and pitches.
· Drafts and edits practice and sector materials including brochures, lawyer biographies and client presentations in support of the Firm’s business development opportunities.
· Collects and tracks representative experience and facilitates maintenance of the Firm’s experience database.
· Maintains library of materials for pitches, proposals and RFP responses.
· Conducts research on current and prospective clients and industry trends.
· Prepares submissions and interviews for various industry publications, e.g. Chambers Asia Pacific, IFLR1000 and Legal 500 Asia Pacific.
· Collates and maintains a database of the Firm’s credentials, i.e., awards, rankings, accolades.
· Works with practice leaders to support and coordinate business development initiatives, e.g., client events and meetings.
· Assists with events and webinars – internal and external
· Managing the Firm’s CRM database
· Works on special projects as requested by department management and lawyers.
Requirements:
· A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
· Excellent verbal and written English skills
· Minimum two years marketing and/or business development experience
· Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
· Excellent organizational and project management skills
Preferred:
· Law firm or professional services experience
· Working knowledge of customer relationship management (CRM) and other database e.g. Nexl
· Familiarity with ranking submissions, i.e. Chambers Asia Pacific, league tables, etc
· Experience in working with senior stakeholders/C-suite executives
Other Skills and Abilities:
· Meticulous with attention to detail
· Resourceful, independent and able to work well under pressure
· Proactive team player
· Ability to accept responsibilities and demonstrate initiative
