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Summary

Under the direction of a Senior Marketing Manager, this position will work closely with firm attorneys and other marketing team members to support all marketing and business development activities for the technology sector. The Marketing Manager will assist in achieving the revenue growth objectives of the Firm.

Location

This position can sit in any of our U.S. offices.

Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Executes all marketing and business development initiatives. Develops and manages marketing plan for the designated sectors.
Serves as main point of contact for all marketing/business development support for the designated sectors.
Responds to all RFPs/RFIs and develops all other proposal/pitch materials in conjunction with Pursuits & Proposals team members and Senior Sector Marketing Manager.
Coordinates all sponsorship activities, advertisement, speaking engagements, etc.
Coordinates and manages sector specific events.
Provides sales support and otherwise assists attorneys in any way needed with target opportunities. Conducts business and market research; conducts relationship searches and maintains attorney biographies.
Works with PR/Media team members to promote exposure of designated sectors and individual attorneys.
Assists with identifying relevant speaking and publishing opportunities.
Coordinates business development training sessions as needed.
Advises attorneys on business development tactics and tools (e.g., CRM system).
Works with Senior Sector Marketing Manager and Sector Leader to develop and manage marketing budget; track actual expenditures.
Serves as sector point of contact for internal and external communications, including media relations.
Updates sales pipeline information.
Supports deal/case tracking efforts as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Provides leadership to and manages a team of business professionals to include coaching, mentoring and professional development. Responsible for providing performance feedback on a regular basis.

Desired Skills

Ideal candidate will be a customer service focused, personal, detail-oriented, and high energy professional with management-level experience, excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced setting. Strong client service orientation, project management, and the ability to generate immediate credibility with firm attorneys are essential. Proficiency with MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint. Experience with marketing in the technology sector is preferred.

Minimum Education

High School or GED

Preferred Education

4 Year / Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or similar field.

Minimum Years Of Experience

6 years' marketing/business development support experience, preferably in the professional services industry.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
Foster positive work relationships;
Comply with all firm policies and practices;
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $110,666-$175,962 depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center_.