Special Projects Specialist

Special Projects Specialist

Washington DC, DC, USShort Hills, NJ, USBoston, MA, USChicago, IL, USSt. Louis, MO, USDallas, TX, USAtlanta, GA, USPhoenix, AZ, USKansas City, MO, USHouston, TX, USNew Orleans, LA, US

Sep 26, 2024

Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Special Projects Specialist. As a member of the Clients & Markets (C&M) Special Projects team, this position will support C&M efforts to advance the strategic initiatives and enhance the Firm’s visibility and market position of Dentons US in an efficient manner; and will help align resources to provide solutions for our lawyers and clients. This position will liaise closely with members of the broader Dentons US C&M Department as well as colleagues throughout the US Region and globally. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Special Projects.

Responsibilities

Provide functional support to the Special Projects team to facilitate various projects and initiatives that drive the development of new and existing business

Contribute to the Firm’s business development strategy by providing market intelligence expertise, market assessments, and related analytics that aid client opportunities

Generate client data and C&M financial analytics via the Firm’s financial platform

Develop analyses of competitive landscaping, including the Firm’s performance and that of others in the market

Identify external resources to assist in understanding the competitive environment

Prepare industry/company target lists, reports and profiles including background information, advisory relationships and market intelligence utilizing internal and external data sources

Develop and maintain tracking systems while providing analyses of key competitors, top clients and targets, notable markets and geographies, and spot emerging competitive threats and trends

Establish protocols and systems to identify opportunities, monitor competitors and anticipate trends that may impact clients or the Firm

Manage and coordinate a variety of short and long-term projects and day-today requests

Enhance the quality of departmental resources through regular review/optimization of materials and collateral

Assist with the ongoing management of the C&M Teams channel

Produce PowerPoints and other types of presentation materials for client opportunities

Collaborate with marketing and other business services professionals throughout the firm, across functions and teams

Act as a resource to junior team members

Other duties as needed to fully meet the requirements of the role

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and five years of marketing, business development and/or competitive intelligence experience is desired; professional services industry or previous law firm experience preferred

Results-oriented, self-motivated individual with the demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute multiple assignments and function as part of a cohesive team

Exceptional research, analytical and problem-solving skills

Exceptional client-first work ethic

Strong attention to detail and superior multi-tasking skills

Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment

Ability to work effectively and in a sometimes stressful environment.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and organizational skills

Knowledge of related market intelligence tools, including but not limited to, Capital IQ, Thomson Reuters Monitor Suite, and PitchBook

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and CRM (InterAction)

Salary

Washington DC Only DOE: $85,000 – $100,000

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dentons US LLP considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at 1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com.

About Dentons

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