Business Development Operations Senior Coordinator
The Business Development Operations Senior Coordinator at Clifford Chance plays a pivotal role in supporting the Global Product Group (GPG) Business Development team. This position is based in Houston, Texas, and is integral to the firm's ambitious global strategy, which places clients at the center of its operations. The role involves collaborating with partners, lawyers, and other business professionals to drive sustainable growth and implement the firm's commercial strategy.
Key responsibilities include assisting the GPG Business Development team in supporting partners on business development initiatives, preparing and coordinating pitches, proposals, and RFP responses across multiple countries and practice areas, and handling requests from other offices for input on international pitches. The coordinator is also tasked with identifying and understanding the firm's relevant experience to provide tailored, high-quality pitches and proposals, tracking new business activities, preparing directory submissions and award nominations, conducting market research, drafting and publishing internal and external communications, maintaining marketing materials, and providing logistical support for local business development events.
Candidates should have experience in an administrative role, preferably within professional services or a client development/account management administrative role. Strong project management and analytical capabilities are essential, along with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and respond quickly to short-turnaround requests. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, are required, including strong editing and proofreading abilities with attention to detail. Proficiency in general software applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint is necessary, and familiarity with legal marketing technology platforms like CRM, Matter Experience, and Digital Marketing is preferred.
While specific compensation details are not provided, similar senior business development roles in the United States have an estimated annual salary range of $127,500 to $191,725. Clifford Chance offers a collaborative and inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are recognized and valued. The firm provides equal access to opportunities for learning, thriving, and growing, combining deep legal expertise with commercial intelligence to support clients across various sectors and regions.
This role offers an opportunity to work with colleagues as one global team, empowering each other to be exceptional and create advantages for clients. The position is based in Houston, Texas, and is a full-time, hybrid role.