Marketing/Business Development Assistant

Hellmuth & Johnson, Pllc - Edina, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Edina, MN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC, a mid-size law firm located in Edina, MN, is seeking a highly motivated Marketing/Business Development Assistant to join their team. This role is essential in supporting the firm's marketing initiatives and business development strategies. The ideal candidate will have a background in marketing, with at least 1 year of relevant experience, and will be responsible for assisting in the execution of a variety of marketing strategies tailored for individual attorneys and practice groups. The successful candidate will possess a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and strong writing abilities, which are crucial for the role. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered, emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded application. In this position, the assistant will play a key role in developing and maintaining marketing materials, including practice descriptions and attorney biographies. They will also assist in preparing content for the firm's advertising campaigns and managing the firm's social media platforms. A significant part of the role involves overseeing and maintaining the content on the firm's Intranet, ensuring that it is up-to-date and informative for both staff and clients. The assistant will respond to requests from attorneys for marketing materials and firm information, showcasing their ability to work collaboratively within the firm. Additionally, the Marketing/Business Development Assistant will assist in planning and executing various firm events, including sponsorships, seminars, and webinars. This includes responsibilities such as site selection, menu planning, invitation management, and follow-up communications. The role also involves coordinating the scheduling and logistical needs of the firm's Seminar Room for both internal and external meetings. The assistant will manage the ordering and inventory of promotional materials and branded items, ensuring that the firm is well-represented in all marketing efforts. Furthermore, they will facilitate the marketing-related onboarding checklist for new attorneys and track attorney participation in boards, organizations, and committees, contributing to the firm's overall business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of a broad range of marketing strategies for individual attorneys and practice groups.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of marketing materials, such as practice descriptions and attorney bios.
• Prepare content and oversee the firm's advertising campaigns and social media platforms.
• Oversee and maintain the firm's Intranet content.
• Respond to attorney requests for marketing materials and firm information.
• Assist with planning and executing firm events, including sponsorships, seminars, and webinars.
• Coordinate the scheduling and on-site needs of the firm's Seminar Room.
• Coordinate the ordering and inventory of promotional materials and branded items.
• Facilitate marketing-related onboarding checklist for new attorneys.
• Track attorney participation and coordinate memberships on boards, organizations, and committees.

Requirements

• 1+ years of marketing experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.