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Marketing and Business Development Manager

Chicago, IL 60603

Posted: 08/28/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Marketing Job Number: 622181 Country: United States Is job remote?: No

Job Description


Marketing and Business Development Manager

Pay: $45-63/hour depending on experience 
Location: On-site 5 days a week in Chicago, IL
Duration: up to 6 Months

Planet Interactive is seeking an on-site Marketing and Business Development Manager to join one of our legal services clients. This role will be 40 hours a week and for up to 6 months. This role does require being 100% onsite in Chicago, IL.

Marketing and Business Development Manager Responsibilities: 
  • Develop and execute marketing and client development plans for the assigned group.
  • Identify and recommend best business development practices and opportunities using data, industry trends, market analyses and more.
  • Ensure that the assets and prospect/ active lists are maintained and refined (written collateral, databases, contact lists, opportunity lists, etc.)
  • Help prepare and manage the group's business development budget.
  • Plan, implement, and follow-up on new business or cross-marketing opportunities for the group.
  • Serve as the project manager and a key stakeholder for RFPs, pitches, and other business development projects for the group.
  • Write new business proposals and tailored responses to RFIs/ RFPs.
  • Create submission packages for practice/ industry rankings, awards, and other recognitions.
  • Help plan client programs and sponsored events.
  • Work cross-functionally with the communications and PR team to identify thought leadership topics and to uncover opportunities for the lawyers to engage in media (articles, podcasts, commentary, etc.)
  • Help in hiring, managing, and developing staff as needed.
  • Oversees daily operations and work deadlines or the staff.
  • Help delegate workflows and projects to team members.
Marketing Manager Qualifications: 
  • A minimum of eight (8) years of professional marketing, business development, or other relevant experience.
  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in marketing, communication, or related field.
  • Excellent writing, proofreading, and critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
  • Marketing, business development, event planning, and/or other relevant experience in a law firm or other professional services organization.
  • Supervisory, managerial, and project management experience.
  • Working knowledge of platforms such as InterAction, Salesforce, or Foundation.
  • Familiarity or experience using marketing research tools.

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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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