Marketing​/Business Development Coordinator

Marketing/Business Development Coordinator

About Kirkland & Ellis:
At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide.

Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

Are you a detail-oriented, resourceful professional with a passion for driving impactful business initiatives?

• Lead Key Submissions & Pitches – Draft and coordinate legal directory (e.g., Chambers & Partners) and award submissions, business pitches, and client presentations.
• Support Research & Intelligence Efforts – Partner with the Business Intelligence (BI) team to gather market, client, and industry insights for business development initiatives.
• Manage Attorney Biographies & Matter Tracking – Update and draft biographies, track transactional matters, and prepare deal lists and marketing materials.
• Oversee Photography & Brand Coordination – Schedule and supervise attorney photo shoots and ensure materials align with Firm brand standards.
• CRM & Data Management – Maintain and leverage Salesforce data to support marketing and client development initiatives.
• Assist with Events & Client Engagements – Support planning for client seminars, speaking engagements, and ticketing coordination for client events.
• Collaborate Across Teams – Work closely with administrative departments and MBD colleagues across offices to deliver cohesive, high-quality support.

• Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm PST (37.5 hours/week)
• Hybrid work arrangement.

• Education & Experience – Bachelor’s degree required; minimum 2+ years of marketing or business development experience in professional services required, law firm experience preferred.
• Technical Skills – Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint). Salesforce or other CRM experience highly preferred.
• Communication & Writing – Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong proofreading, editing, and presentation abilities.
• Organization & Project Management – Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
• Client Service & Professionalism – Strong interpersonal skills, discretion, and an executive presence when engaging with attorneys, clients, and vendors.
• Initiative & Adaptability – Self‑starter who anticipates needs, takes ownership of tasks, and thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Analytical & Research Skills – Ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into clear, persuasive marketing content.

If you’re eager to contribute to meaningful client development initiatives and collaborate with a high‑performing marketing and business development team, we’d love to hear from you!

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in the Bay Area. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement.

We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Bay Area: $72,000 - $98,000

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