Description
Collected is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Associate to support the firm’s growth. This position will provide marketing and business development support by analyzing market, client and competitor trends, maintaining the firm’s referral network and helping pursue new business opportunities.
Our first hire in this function, an ideal candidate will help drive our growth strategy over time through a growing understanding of our practice areas, as well as underlying market trends and key advisor and industry connections. As an ambitious and growing firm, we value adaptable and resourceful professionals with strong analytical, technical and organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the firm’s relationship database, ensuring all lead data, interaction history and referral source details are accurately maintained
- Track referral network interactions and identify new potential business opportunities
- Monitor industry trends and market news to (i) facilitate ongoing dialogue with our referral network and (ii) identify untapped market segments or emerging business opportunities
- In collaboration with firm leaders, support the development and implementation of marketing plans, with measurable objectives to ensure accountability and tracking
- Prepare regular reports on business development efforts and collaborate with colleagues to interpret results and refine efforts accordingly
- Provide tactical and strategic support to firm leaders and support various marketing and business development initiatives, including pitch decks, RFPs, presentations, thought leadership opportunities, award and league table submissions and firm-sponsored events
Experience and Skills
- Minimum 2-4 years of professional experience in a marketing or business development role; experience at a professional services firm is strongly preferred
- Strong research, analytical, and project management skills with acute attention to detail
- Strong familiarity with relationship databases, CRM software platforms, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with data visualization tools considered a plus
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team