Description

GENERAL SUMMARY
Munsch Hardt is seeking an experienced, full-time Business Development Assistant or Coordinator (title and salary will be based on experience) who will enjoy a highly visible position in its Dallas office, while assisting on firm-wide marketing and business development initiatives for attorneys in all three offices – Austin, Dallas, and Houston.
 
Working under the direction of the two Business Development Managers, as well as the Chief Business Development + Marketing Officer, the Coordinator/Assistant will provide tactical support in the execution of a myriad of initiatives, including developing and updating practice group materials, proofreading materials, compiling pitch books, creating presentations, executing client events, and identifying PR opportunities. The ideal candidate is expected to have excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, be very detail-oriented, and possess a comprehensive understanding of strategic marketing goals and objectives. Requirements include a 4-year degree and 1-3 years of experience in a professional services marketing department.

• Collateral Materials and Presentations – Assist in drafting documents for client meetings (i.e. written materials and PowerPoint presentations), creating bios and announcements for new hires, and collecting information for internal and external newsletters.
• Database Management – Help with the implementation of the Firm’s CRM and matter collection systems by inputting and editing data and setting up mailing lists.
• Practice Group Materials – Assist in drafting new content for all of the Firm’s practice areas, collect and revise matter descriptions, and seek approval to use information externally.
• Promotional Materials – Track inventory of the Firm’s branded items and place new orders as necessary.
• Proofreading – Review and edit internal and external materials to ensure grammatical accuracy and consistency.
• Sponsorships and Memberships – Help track and evaluate sponsorship opportunities throughout the year, collaborate with attorneys and external contacts to fulfill sponsorship obligations, and manage the Firm’s local and industry-focused memberships.
• Website – Assist with updating the website on a regular basis, which includes updating attorney bios with new experiences and rankings; adding press releases, media coverage, articles, and presentations to the “Newsroom”; keeping the “Events” calendar up-to-date; and refreshing practice descriptions as needed. 

Requirements

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Communication – Effectively listens to others and makes clear and effective oral presentations to individuals and groups regarding PR/media issues. Communicates effectively in writing; is clear, concise, and easily understood.
• Creative Thinking – Develops insights into problems or creates a work environment that encourages innovative thinking and “outside-the-box” solutions to problems.
• External Awareness – Becomes and remains informed of external trends, interests, and issues with potential impacts on internal organization policies, procedures, operations, positions, and practices.
• Flexibility – Adapts to change in the work environment in ways that help keep projects “on course.”
• Influencing – Networks with and provides information to key groups and individuals, and uses influence, persuasion, and authority to achieve objectives.
• Integrity – Firmly adheres to a code of moral values; is honest and forthright in actions and words.
• Negotiation – Works with peers or other organization members to achieve agreement regarding work achievements or interests associated with them.
• Planning – Establishes policies, guidelines, plans, and priorities required to meet work-unit or organization objectives.
• Problem Solving – Recognizes and defines problems, challenges others to identify alternative solutions, and plans to solve those problems.
• Software/Technical Skills – Strong computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop is a plus.
• Supervision – This position will have a certain level of autonomy, so candidates should have experience completing projects with minimal supervision, the ability to multitask efficiently, and possess extraordinary attention to detail. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in English, Marketing, Communications, or other related degrees.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in a professional services, law firm, or media environment.
• The candidate must be able to live and work in Dallas (no relocation offered and no remote candidates, please).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals with differing opinions and diverse personalities.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
• Adobe Creative Suite knowledge is a plus.