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Overview Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations. At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. The firm is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and communities better. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Business Development Coordinator position. This role may be filled in our Kansas City or St. Louis offices and will operate in a hybrid capacity, onsite at least 3 days per week. Responsibilities Develop and maintain an understanding of the assigned group’s attorneys, client base, experience, and market capabilities. Work collaboratively with BDMC colleagues—and partner with other departments as needed—to support and advance cross-functional initiatives and projects. Collaborate with the Internal Communications team to raise team and attorney internal visibility through promotion of successes, speaking engagements, conference attendance, and other relevant activity. Proofread marketing collateral and other materials to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, compliance with brand guidelines, and professionalism, while verifying that the firm’s experience, accolades, and other relevant information are current and correctly represented. Assemble first drafts of marketing and client-facing materials—including pitches, presentations, attorney biographies, and informational sheets—to support new business opportunities and showcase capabilities. Assist with the collection, organization, and maintenance of data in business development databases (e.g., RFP/pitch database, representative matters, case studies, budget requests, and ROI). Assist with ROI tracking for projects and key initiatives and with development of related reporting. Gain proficiency with the firm’s mailing list systems and help create targeted invitation lists to ensure outreach efforts for events, webinars, and initiatives reach appropriate audiences. Coordinate attorneys’ involvement in professional, trade, and industry organizations, as well as sponsorships and industry events. Coordinate with relevant BDMC teams to develop deliverables and other support to attorneys related to speaking engagements, sponsorships, advertisements, public relations, social media, and other activities, aiming to maximize visibility and impact. Provide general support for business development and marketing projects. Respond to business intelligence research requests and collaborate with the firm’s research team to gather relevant reports in a format that is useful and helpful for the requestor. Perform other responsibilities as assigned. Track and manage business development activities for the ENR team, including maintaining up-to-date records of attorney engagements, conference participation, sponsorships, and follow-up items. Coordinate, pack, track, and ship promotional and exhibit materials for conferences and events; manage inventory of marketing collateral and supplies. Enter and maintain data in business development databases (e.g., RFP/pitch database, Foundation, representative matters); ensure information is current, accurate, and organized. Provide general support for business development and marketing projects. Position Requirements Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field. 2–4 years prior work experience, preferably in a law firm or other professional services environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to assemble and proofread pitches, proposals, collateral, research reports, and client-facing presentation materials. Ability to respond promptly and professionally to requests and proactively communicate challenges or delays. Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet research tools. Knowledge of InterAction and Foundation a plus. Professional and courteous demeanor with firm attorneys and colleagues; professional appearance required. Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Ability to adapt to changing business needs. High attention to detail. High level of professional integrity; ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust. Experience with scheduling tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Zoom) preferred. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. Please reach out to our HR team to request an accommodation. Please include a cover letter and resume when applying. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only. Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field. Bachelors or better in Marketing or related field. Bachelors or better in Mass Communication or related field. Experience Required 2–4 years: Prior work experience, preferably in a law firm, or other professional services environment. Ability to assemble and proofread pitches, proposals, collateral, research reports, and client-facing presentation materials. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet research tools. Knowledge of InterAction and Foundation a plus. Professional and courteous demeanor with firm attorneys and colleagues. Ability to adapt to changing business needs. High attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality and build trust. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Husch Blackwell LLP.

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