Large Law Legal Consultant (JD required)

Are you interested in an alternative legal career that combines legal expertise, training and sales?Do you enjoy providing education and support to legal professionals?About our TeamLexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top model creators for each individual legal use case.About the RoleThis position exists to develop relationships and grow active-users and preference in AmLaw 200 law firms in an assigned territory by assessing the needs of the customer, developing firm-specific business plans, and promoting the advantages of LexisNexis products and services. The Practice Area Consultant will also assist the commercial account team in uncovering leads and opportunities that result in revenue and POS.This position is based in Chicago, IL.ResponsibilitiesActing as a consultative Sales Person, by supporting law firm customers in order increase active usersWorking at all levels of a law firm, including students, associates, partners, librarians and leadership (i.e. law-firm managing partners)Developing strategic account plans (which will differ firm-by-firm), and recognize sales opportunitiesManaging law firms' educational account plans independently and partner with law firm client managersDemonstrating deep product, content or practice area knowledge; acts as internal resource for sales, marketing and segmentPreparing and deliver specialized customer presentations that communicate our value proposition and differentiators to create new active usersConducting research, analysis of findings and shares information with product, segment and marketingDeveloping and executing marketing strategies to meet the needs of practicing attorneys and the related legal staffRequirementsHave a Juris Doctor degree; State Bar membership is highly preferredPossess a minimum of 3-4 years of legal practice experienceDisplay excellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience developing and executing on account plans and coordinating key stakeholders and resources to positively impact clientsDemonstrate outstanding networking capabilities and exhibit a professional demeanor, business maturity, and technical knowledgeWork in a way that works for youWe promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, and study assistance, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.Working for youWe know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefitsRetirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase PlanWellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off ProgramsShort-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital IndemnityFamily Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefitsHealth Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending AccountsUp to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choiceAbout the BusinessLexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.CompensationBase Salary: $78,700Commissions: $14,000