Business Development Specialist, Marketing – Tax

Mayer Brown

. Support responses to RFPs, pitches, presentations, and other opportunities by developing written proposal and presentation materials .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,000 - $111,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing marketing content, managing business development initiatives, and conducting research and analysis to support strategic planning. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office and firm databases to enhance marketing efforts and client engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In MarketingProficiency In Microsoft OfficeMarketing Content DevelopmentResearch And AnalysisStrong Written And Verbal Communication

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Hard Skills

Marketing Content DevelopmentResearch And AnalysisProposal WritingSocial Media CampaignsData ManagementCompetitive IntelligenceEvent CoordinationROI ReportingDatabase UtilizationProject Management

Soft Skills

Strong Customer ServiceAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Business DevelopmentClient LiaisonMarketing ProgramsRFP SupportEngagement ReportingPractice Group MarketingIndustry SurveysTransaction Data ManagementDiverse Team EnvironmentConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support responses to RFPs, pitches, presentations, and other opportunities by developing written proposal and presentation materials
Liaise with client teams and industry groups when relevant
Support direct marketing and business development programs, including podcasts, video recordings, seminars, sponsorships, and other events
Create social media campaigns and report on ROI and engagement
Develop and maintain practice group marketing content, including descriptions, brochures, PowerPoint presentations, website/blog content, social media posts, and biographies
Develop and maintain league table and industry survey content and respond to ranking submissions
Conduct research, analysis, and competitive intelligence for strategic planning and business development
Identify speaking opportunities
Collect global transactions-practice matter data and manage the matter database
Track transactions-practice pipeline activity in the US
Review and consult with lawyers on profiles and practice descriptions
Provide ad hoc support and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Research, Communications or related field, required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, required
Ability to quickly learn and utilize firm databases and outside vendor databases, required
Minimum of four years of demonstrated success in a marketing, research, management, and/or communications-related field, required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and support demanding Firm needs
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service skills and independent judgment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple projects
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare
Back-up eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Professional development and growth opportunities