Marketing Manager (Event + Content) - Planet Interactive

Planet Interactive is seeking an on-site Marketing Manager to join one of our legal services clients. 

Pay: $70-$85/hr+ depending on experience 
Location: On-site 5 days a week in Chicago, IL

The 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 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.

Marketing Manager Responsibilities: 

• Plans and manages Firm-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, Firm 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

Marketing Manager Qualifications: 

• 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.