Client Development Assistant

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.
Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.
This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Client Development Assistant provides support to Goodwin’s Private Equity and Healthcare Client Development Teams. The Client Development Assistant provides core support to a number of client development efforts including but not limited to: core team initiatives, proposals and RFPs, internal presentations, webinars and events, and thought leadership.

In this role you will help to maintain marketing collateral material, assists with web page and bio updates, and assists with the processes for surveys, league tables and rankings. The Client Development Assistant works with the Team to track ROI for key events and other Client Development activities. These projects often involve working with different functional areas of the Marketing Department, other firm departments, and all levels of firm personnel from partners to administrative staff. 

What You’ll Do:

• Provide support to key CD initiatives as determined by Department leadership.

• Support the process of developing pitches, proposals, and RFP responses.

• Work with the Client Development Teams, perform basic competitive intelligence and marketing research in preparation for client and prospect meetings, pitches/proposals, and other business development initiatives.

• Monitor industry news/developments, and assist in identifying thought leadership opportunities.

• Help field and assist with general marketing information requests from attorneys and staff and, as needed, route requests to the appropriate marketing personnel.

• Update activities and opportunities in the firm’s systems to track new and developing business.

• Maintain practice marketing materials, including practice group descriptions, brochures, slide-decks, client alerts, reprints and practice specific lists.

• Maintain done deals within the matter system and materials and assist with monthly ranking submissions.

• Work with the CD Team(s) and the graphics team to craft various print and electronic materials; managing the process for electronic announcements and invitations; handling pre-event logistics; providing on-site event staffing; assisting with post-event follow-up; and tracking lead generation and ROI received.

• Work with the CD leaders, Communications and PR teams in the process of securing accolades and rankings for the firm. Work with the team to obtain information, complete surveys, directories, and other listings. Assist in scheduling partner interviews.

• To support all of these functions, the Client Development Assistant is expected to develop a strong understanding of essential firm technologies such as iManage, Microsoft Dynamics and Foundation as well as select business development specific technologies and industries.

Who You Are:

• BA, BS or equivalent.

• Some experience (co-op, internships, entry-level experience) in marketing, and in a professional services environment strongly preferred.

• Effective and professional communication skills.

• Positive attitude with the ability to think objectively and work well both independently and within a team.

• Ability to manage multiple projects while prioritizing assignments.

• Ability to build rapport with attorneys and other professional staff.

• Strong organizational skills with particular attention to detail.

• Excellent writing skills. 

• Strong computer skills, including web-based research, MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

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Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement & Savings Plan

• Emergency back-up child and adult care

• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Employee recognition and reward programs

• Employee wellness and assistance programs

• Employee discounts and perks

​Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Please note: Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees. The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers. EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

This position is eligible for overtime: Yes

Target Salary Range: Boston $48,000 - $72,000 | Los Angeles $50,400 - $75,600 | New York $50,400 - $75,600 | Philadelphia $45,200 - $67,800 | San Francisco $53,800 - $80,700 | Santa Monica $50,400 - $75,600 | Silicon Valley $53,800 - $80,700 | Washington DC $48,000 - $72,000