Crowell & Moring was founded in 1979 by 53 lawyers who left a large national firm to begin a different kind of law firm. Since then, we've grown to more than 500 lawyers in Washington, D.C., New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County, London, and Brussels. And we've created some impressive milestones along the way.

The Practice Group Business Development & Management (PG BD&M) Coordinator works closely with and provides support to assigned Managers and a Director, PG BD&M to manage and coordinate the day-to-day operations of assigned practice groups, working groups, and departments.

This position will work closely with other members of the PG BD&M, Marketing & Communications, and Client Development teams to ensure their initiatives support firm priorities and help drive overall firm strategy.

Primary Areas of Responsibility:

Day-to-Day Operations:
•    Coordinates logistics for practice group meetings, assists with the development of agendas, and prepares and circulates meeting summaries.
•    Maintains practice group intranet site and repository of administrative and business development information.
•    Inputs practice group information to various databases, including business development tracker, experience manager, and CRM.
•    Coordinates logistics and assists in planning practice group events.
•    Assists with firm-wide and practice group special projects, as needed.

Financial Reporting and Budgeting:
•    Assists with running financial queries and reports.
•    Assists with preparing and monitoring practice group expense budgets.

Attorney Development, Staffing and Onboarding/Off-boarding:
•    Runs utilization and staffing reports.
•    Assists with attorney evaluation process.
•    Assists with attorney onboarding and off-boarding processes.
•    Coordinates logistics for practice group training events.
•    Coordinates practice group’s involvement in summer associate program.

Business Development:
•    Supports ongoing business development efforts and initiatives.   
•    Assists with the preparation of marketing collateral, client pitches, proposals, RFP responses and presentations.
•    Assists with drafting, editing and filing ranking submissions (e.g., Chambers).
•    Provides logistical support for client development events, such as seminars and webinars.
•    Assists with coordination of client alerts, blogs and newsletters and related tasks.
 

Requirements:

Education
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.  Equivalent training and experience may substitute for education.

Experience
The position requires basic familiarity with the knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to this position.  Training will be provided on the job.  Prior experience working in a law firm environment preferable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•    Ability to track, organize, and report financial data in a clear manner.
•    Ability to work effectively both independently and with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.
•    Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts.  Requires sound judgment with respect to confidential and sensitive information.
•    Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
•    Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
•    Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and capable of producing quality written communications such as memos, spreadsheets, slides and other standard work documents.  
•    Ability to quickly learn and utilize new software programs and tools.
 

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

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