BD and Marketing Manager (Temporary) - Sidley Austin LLP

This is a temporary assignment with an estimated duration of six months. Selected candidate will receive employer services through a separate provider.

The Business Development and Marketing Manager manages a range of targeted marketing activities that align with client needs and support the business objectives of the office/region. They oversee programs and initiatives aimed at strengthening the profile of the Firm in the market and creating opportunities for Sidley lawyers to network and build relationships with key contacts. The Manager will have indirect supervisory responsibility for Business Development and Marketing Specialist, Coordinator, and Assistant level professionals.

• Plans and manages Sidley-sponsored programs for clients and prospective clients; oversees event logistics, including invitations, mailing lists, handout materials, site management, speakers, visual presentations, and follow-up
• Helps manage marketing budget(s) for the office/region
• Supports preparation of submissions for office/regional rankings, awards, surveys, and other recognitions for the office and local lawyers and practices, coordinating with global practice liaisons
• Works with office/regional lawyers and global practice liaisons on the creation, editing, and maintenance of marketing materials, including lawyer biographies, Sidley Updates, advertisements, and invitations
• Supports implementation and maintenance of the Firm’s CRM system in the office/region and leverages the system to connect lawyers, clients, and other contacts
• Management
  • Provides project management support for team, particularly for events, and oversees daily operations and monitors staff work product
  • Delegates work efficiently and effectively to other team members

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). 

Education and/or Experience

• A minimum of eight (8) years of professional marketing, business development, or other relevant experience
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in marketing, communication, or related field
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Marketing, business development, event planning, and/or other relevant experience in a law firm or other professional services organization
• Supervisory, managerial, and project management experience

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer