What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Specialist (Pitch and Proposal focused) position at Sterne Kessler Goldstein and Fox PLLC?
Who are we?
Named for several years as a "great place" to work by The Washington Post and Washington Business Journal, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. is proud to be one of the most highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firms in the world. We recognize that it is the talent and dynamism of each individual at Sterne Kessler that makes that possible. With that in mind, we have cultivated an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating with just the right touch of fun and exuberance. We offer a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits and are Metro-accessible in a prime downtown location with many nearby restaurants and shops.
What do we need?
We are looking for a Business Development Specialist who will be responsible for creating client pitch and proposal documents, curating and updating associated material, and managing and updating the firm's pitch and proposal pipeline. This role will also assist with competitive intelligence research and client targeting within the intellectual property legal market. We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and results-driven candidate with a strong interest for business development in the legal sector. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships both internally and with clients. This position can be a hybrid from the D.C. area or full-time remote (candidates evaluated on a case by case basis) from approved U.S. locations outside the D.C. area.
How will you make an impact?
- Pitches and Proposals
Drafting client pitch and proposal documents in support of business development efforts. These materials are generally PowerPoint slide decks or Word documents. They are created both proactively to introduce the firm to potential new clients, and responsively to assist Directors with credentialing the firm in line with potential client expectations in support of pitching for specific projects
Tracking pitch and proposal opportunities and reporting on opportunity pipeline.
Performing market research on current and potential clients.
What will you bring to the role?
The good faith base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, and the candidate's overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.
Sterne Kessler is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000