Business Development Specialist

Our mission is to provide modernized technology platforms, elevated technology support, and valuable insights, empowering our clients to excel in what they do best.The Business Development Specialist will assist with tasks in support of the overall business development efforts in connection with pitches/RFPs, marketing events logistics, marketing collateral updates and other department projects. The person will also serve as the on-site business development contact for marketing events. Reporting to the Senior Manager or Director of Business Development for assigned practices, and with the support of colleagues across the platform, the Business Development team.This is a non-exempt position with a hybrid schedule, requiring you to be in the office three days a week or more if special events are taking place.ResponsibilitiesWorking with lawyers in assigned practices to execute business development plans, initiatives and activitiesCreating, customizing and regularly updating pitch documents, directory submissions and other marketing content to ensure they are well written and positioned appropriately towards specific target audiencesMonitoring business, legal and geopolitical news to potential opportunities for individual partners and practice groupsAssisting with business development tasks related to onboarding and integration of assigned lateral partnersExecuting and conducting follow up as appropriate with respect to client events and webinars, as well as other thought leadership campaignsOther duties as assignedJob RequirementsBachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field, with a minimum of three years of relevant experience in professional services or law firm business developmentExceptional interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills are critical to success as are collegial, collaborative and team player attributesCandidate must be a self-starter who thrives on juggling numerous high visibility projects on fast timetables and can handle high-pressure environmentsCandidate should have strong to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and some knowledge of applications specific to the legal fieldAbility to lift or move 40 lbs. or greaterAbility to grasp, lift or carry packages on a standard wheeled cart with a load capacity of 75 lbs.Ability to walk, bend, kneel, stand or sit for an extended period of timeThe Compensation range for this role is up to 38.50 USD per hour and may be eligible for an annual bonus. Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's location, skills, experience and qualifications.Opensity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Employment decisions at Opensity are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, and termination.Opensity is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, for pregnancy related conditions, and for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. We do not tolerate retaliation against individuals who raise concerns or participate in an investigation related to equal employment opportunity.