Business Development Assistant

Winston & Strawn • Full-time • Washington, District of Columbia, United States • $61k - $77k / year • 3m ago

ABOUT US

For professional staff, Winston & Strawn presents an exciting opportunity to be a part of a leading global law firm. With our commitment to excellence, diversity, a collaborative work environment, and an emphasis on professional growth, Winston offers a platform for individuals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Winston is known for its collaborative and collegial culture. We believe teamwork is an essential component in providing high-quality legal services and we value the talents and skills of our entire professional staff team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary responsibilities of the Business Development (BD) Assistant position at Winston & Strawn LLP are to provide administrative and project assistance related to various Business Development and Marketing Communications projects. This role is expected to be a full-time in-office role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with the production of RFP responses and pitch documents and tracking of these opportunities by pulling bios, making simple edits to bios, adding opportunities to Nexl, and updating win/loss information in Nexl.
Draft bios for first-year associates and manage approval process through publication on Winston.com.
Provide administrative support for BD team, including processing expense reimbursements and vendor payments and managing timelines, calendars, reminders, and spreadsheets.
Provide onsite support for litigation-based events in assigned office, as needed.
Collect and synthesize RFI information for litigation topics.
Support BD teams on directories and award submissions by making clerical edits to text sections and providing data input related to references.
Assist in scheduling litigation subgroup meetings not handled by other BD personnel; calendar BD team (staff) meetings and prepare agendas.
Assist with special projects, as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required.
This role has an in-office requirement and must live within a commutable distance to the applicable local office.

COMPETENCIES:

Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with CRM/database systems.
Operational Excellence: Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and work efficiently and effectively.
Self-Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; proactive, confident attitude and approach; demonstrates strong time-management and prioritization skills.
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: Creative and resourceful problem-solving abilities, including the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to analyze information and identify solutions.
Collaboration & Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for work outcomes, is reliable and dependable.

BENEFITS

Winston offers comprehensive benefits that provide a full spectrum of coverage and support for our full-time employees and their families.

SALARY

Illinois based applicants only: The target annual salary range for this role is currently $61,000 - $71,000 based on a regular, full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, market data and internal equity. Total compensation includes a comprehensive healthcare benefits package, yearly retirement contribution, and may include an annual discretionary merit bonus.

Washington, DC based applicants only: The target annual salary range for this role is currently $66,000 - $77,000 based on a regular, full-time schedule. The amount of compensation offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, market data and internal equity. Total compensation includes a comprehensive healthcare benefits package, yearly retirement contribution, and may include an annual discretionary merit bonus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.#LI-DC2

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