Business Development Specialist

McCarthy Tétrault

. Provide strategic support and recommendations for marketing, business development, and client plans .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$70,000 - CA$92,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic marketing support, business development initiatives, and client engagement within a professional services environment. Proficient in managing multiple priorities while ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Business Development InitiativesMarketing Strategy ExecutionSalesforce ProficiencyExceptional Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

MarketingBusiness DevelopmentCompetitive AnalysisProposal DraftingCredential Package PreparationData ManagementProject CoordinationAttention to DetailGo-To-Market StrategyClient Engagement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProfessional MaturityFlexibilityAdaptabilityTact and Discretion

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteSalesforceSharePointDeals and Cases Database

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesClient PlansMarket IntelligenceProfile-BuildingFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic support and recommendations for marketing, business development, and client plans
Assist with execution of go-to-market strategies and targeting initiatives
Lead or support business development initiatives, including sponsorships, speaking engagements, directory and client award submissions, marketing materials, and other duties
Compile and analyze competitive and business intelligence reports with Research, Client Service & Innovation, and Finance teams
Draft and prepare credential packages, deal lists, info sheets, pitches, proposals, and presentations
Ensure significant matters are reported to and captured in the Deals and Cases Database
Coordinate with lead lawyers to draft deal submission forms
Track business development and marketing activity in databases including Salesforce
Ensure website and marketing content is current
Support profile-building efforts for key lawyers, including lawyer profile updates
Participate in Clients & Markets team meetings and selected special initiatives and projects
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in marketing, communications or related field
Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience, preferably in a professional services firm
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Ability to quickly learn and leverage new technology solutions
Experience working with Salesforce and SharePoint an asset
Ability to handle an extensive workload with competing priorities and deadlines
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities with challenging deadlines
Ability to complete designated tasks in a systematic and logical way, with great attention to detail
Professional maturity including strong interpersonal skills, tact and discretion
Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment
Ability to be flexible and adaptable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm
Wellness and technology reimbursements
Competitive compensation
Paid overtime
Generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday
Professional development and growth opportunities
Two-way feedback culture
Strong community involvement
Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Collaborative, cohesive culture