Join the dynamic CoComm team at Simmons & Simmons as a Senior M&BD Executive, where you\'ll play a pivotal role in a pioneering and fast-growing practice. In this position, you\'ll work closely with our skilled lawyers in the Corporate/M&A and Digital Business teams, as well as the M&BD team, to lead and implement a variety of marketing and business development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Practice-Specific Bids/Pitches: Lead the production of significant pitch opportunities, including practice-specific capability statements and related collateral. Provide strategic oversight and quality assurance for all pitch materials.
• UK Directory Submissions: Draft and refine submissions for the CoComm teams, liaising with fee-earners directly and ensuring high-quality and impactful content.
• Event Management: Handle event logistics and execution to ensure seamless delivery of CoComm events, ensuring seamless delivery and maximum impact.
• CRM Management: Maintain proficiency with InterAction and ensure the effective use of CRM data to support business development activities.
• Website and Intranet Content: Oversee the management of all CoComm team content on the website and intranet, ensuring it is current, accurate, and strategically aligned.
• Knowledge Management: Serve as a key source of information within the M&BD team regarding the CoComm team\'s legal services, ensuring the ability to communicate practice details (including credentials) effectively to other groups.
• Profile-Raising: Collaborate with PR, digital, and events teams to identify and capitalise on opportunities for enhancing the firm\'s reputation in the CoComm IPG\'s legal domains.
• Reporting: Prepare updates for other firm groups and contribute to brainstorming sessions aimed at developing identified opportunities.
• Cross-Team Liaison: Work with sector and regional teams to understand and promote the firm\'s sector expertise, ensuring international cooperation in the execution of the CoComm IPG plan.
• Thought Leadership Campaigns: Lead the development and delivery of thought leadership campaigns in collaboration with the CoComm senior manager and the senior campaigns and strategic projects manager.

About the Firm and Culture

We are a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, with opportunities to work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects and to drive positive impact for clients, society and the planet. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to equal employment opportunities.

• We uphold equal opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment for those serving in the armed forces and their families.
• Flexible working arrangements are accommodated where possible. Discuss your needs with us if this is something you require.
• We strive to make roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
• We offer employee networks and other inclusion initiatives described in our information materials.

We encourage you to apply even if you don\'t meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be a great addition to our team.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of M&BD experience, with at least 2 years in a professional services firm or relevant sector preferred.
• Proven ability to manage and implement M&BD tasks with minimal supervision in an autonomous and strategic manner.
• Demonstrated experience in leading significant pitches and managing the logistics with minimal oversight.
• Strong event management skills, with experience in delivering high-profile events from conception through to completion.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, with the ability to create high-quality presentations and reports.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency within the department and the firm.
• A track record of exceeding high standards of service delivery in every task.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly establish and sustain positive relationships with individuals at various levels of seniority.

Working Arrangements and Benefits

• Hybrid working with a minimum of three days in the office, with flexibility depending on role/team/client demands.
• Competitive package including potential bonuses, private medical insurance and pension contribution.
• Global M&BD team with opportunities for training and development through the firm\'s global skills academy and learning programs.