Business Development Specialist - Chicago - Kirkland & Ellis

    Kirkland & Ellis
    Kirkland & Ellis Chicago

    1 week ago

    Description
    About Kirkland & Ellis
    At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
    What You'll Do
    Are you an organized, relationship-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a natural curiosity and eagerness to uncover insights to develop client-focused solutions? As a Business Development Specialist supporting the Government, Regulatory & Internal Investigations (GRII) practice within the Firm's broader Litigation group-and as part of the Marketing & Business Development (MBD) Department-you will play a key role in advancing key strategic priorities for a global team of attorneys.
    You'll partner closely with the GRII Business Development (BD) Director, guide one GRII BD Assistant, and collaborate with an international network of MBD, research, marketing and communications colleagues. This is a highly visible role that blends project management, strategic thinking and exceptional communication skills to support attorney teams across the U.S., London and Asia.
    • Lead GRII experience research and intelligence by conducting comprehensive reviews across subject matters, industries and geographies, and serving as an authority on the Firm's internal experience database.
    • Drive business development event execution in partnership with the Events team, ensuring seamless planning and delivery for targeted client engagement initiatives.
    • Manage awards and directory submissions by coordinating materials, references and timelines for publications such as Chambers and Legal 500.
    • Develop high-impact client materials including tailored pitch decks, proposals, presentations and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs), ensuring accuracy, clarity and polished formatting.
    • Maintain core marketing collateral such as practice descriptions, brochures, PowerPoint templates, matter summaries and attorney biographies.
    • Produce client, market and competitive intelligence to inform strategy, identify opportunities and strengthen the GRII group's market position.
    • Support data analysis and reporting needs by compiling, interpreting and presenting information for internal stakeholders.
    • Build strong cross-functional relationships with MBD leads, practice teams and Firm administrative groups to support coordinated initiatives and shared goals.
    • Support team operations by assisting with budgeting, reporting and development of the GRII BD Assistant, along with other responsibilities as needed.
    What You'll Bring
    • Bachelor's degree; with 5+ years' experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
    • Knowledge of the commercial litigation market , with familiarity in white-collar investigations or corporate crime matters (e.g., Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enforcement, healthcare fraud, cross-border investigations).
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills , with the ability to engage professionally with senior attorneys, clients and colleagues.
    • Strong project management abilities to balance competing priorities in deadline-driven environments while exercising sound judgment.
    • Client service orientation and interpersonal strengths to build rapport and support productive working relationships.
    • Advanced attention to detail, including meticulous data entry, proofreading and document quality control.
    • Comfort working in dynamic, evolving environments, including navigating ambiguity and moving initiatives forward independently.
    • Collaborative mindset, with openness to feedback and a team-first approach.
    • Research proficiency , including the ability to synthesize complex legal, financial or business information.
    • Technical fluency , including strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) and the ability to effectively use online databases and research platforms.
    • Preferred research expertise with tools such as Westlaw, PACER, EDGAR, Pitchbook, Docket Navigator, Lex Machina, Monitor Suite or similar platforms.
    • Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) systems such as InterAction or Salesforce preferred.
    If you're excited to shape strategic initiatives, build strong partnerships and create compelling materials that elevate the impact of our global GRII team, we'd love to hear from you
    Compensation
    The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in Chicago. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
    Compensation Range:
    Chicago: $95,000 - $110,000
    How to Apply
    Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP. To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."
    Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.
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