Business Development Specialist

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently seeking a Business Development Specialist for an exciting, temporary opportunity supporting the Finance, Restructuring, and Tax practice groups of an international law firm. This fully remote position offers flexibility, with a 30-35 hour workweek and the possibility of conversion after 8-12 weeks.

As a Business Development Specialist, you’ll play a key role in driving business development and marketing efforts for a prestigious law firm. You’ll collaborate with attorneys and stakeholders to support various initiatives including proposals, marketing materials, event planning, and knowledge management. Reporting to the Business Development Manager, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a leading international firm.

Responsibilities:

• Update marketing materials, attorney biographies, and capabilities decks to reflect the firm’s brand and offerings.
• Coordinate logistics for client-facing events, including CLEs, seminars, and conferences.
• Assist with proposals, rankings, and directory submissions (e.g., Chambers, IFLR, and league tables).
• Maintain content and experience management systems, and track pitch and proposal activity.
• Manage workflow and submissions using tools such as NEXL, iManage, RubyLaw, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of business development experience in a specialist role at a law firm.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), iManage, and RubyLaw (training available for NEXL).
• Strong communication, organizational, and event management skills.
• Proven ability to manage proposals, directories, and events in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning and Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

Note: To qualify for our benefits package, candidates must work over 30 hours per week and commit to a minimum 10-week assignment.

If you’re passionate about business development in a law firm environment and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply now! Our recruitment team is ready to guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.