Careers

Position Overview

A leading intellectual property law firm with a global client base is seeking an experienced Legal Content Writer to join its Marketing and Business Development team. This role is responsible for crafting clear, compelling, and consumer focused legal content that supports the firm’s business development efforts, including legal directories, monthly newsletters, RFP responses, awards submissions, and other client facing materials.

The Legal Content Writer translates strategic direction into polished deliverables that are brand aligned, compliant, and optimized for end user adoption. Working within established frameworks, this role collaborates closely with attorneys, senior leadership, and marketing colleagues to execute content calendars, proposal strategies, and business development initiatives. This position is heavily focused on directory submissions, RFPs, awards, and related pursuits, while also supporting broader marketing projects as workload permits.

As part of a small, highly collaborative team, flexibility, curiosity, and strong attention to detail are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Content and Newsletter Writing

• Craft and optimize consumer focused articles for the firm’s monthly newsletter
• Translate complex statutory and regulatory frameworks into clear, standardized guidance materials
• Verify all content against public, authoritative legal and government sources

RFP and Proposal Development

• Write and manage Request for Proposal responses from inception through submission, with guidance from senior leadership
• Collaborate with attorneys and business development colleagues to develop tailored, persuasive proposal strategies
• Respond to a steady volume of edits with precision and timeliness
• Coordinate proofreading, finalization, and on time submission of proposals
• Manage an active proposal calendar to ensure no opportunities are missed
• Prepare post RFP materials to support attorney client interviews

• Create RFP and proposal reports, identifying inefficiencies and recommend improvements

Awards and Business Development Support

• Research, draft, and manage submissions for legal directories and industry awards, including Chambers, Legal 500, IP Stars, and other relevant rankings and accolades
• Collaborate closely with attorneys to prepare for and support research interviews, including background materials and talking points
• Manage and maintain client referee lists, ensuring accuracy, readiness, and strong alignment with each submission strategy
• Demonstrate a proven ability to improve law firm and individual attorney rankings through strategic positioning and compelling written submissions
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of awards, directories, and submission deadlines to ensure timely and coordinated execution
• Maintain and continuously refine proposal templates, content libraries, and internal tracking tools
• Track, analyze, and report proposal and award win and loss data to support ongoing strategy and performance improvements

Editing, Proofreading, and Marketing Support

• Assist attorneys with proofreading and editing documents, including marketing materials, proposals, presentations, pitches, articles, and thought leadership content
• Edit and refine PowerPoint presentations as needed to ensure clarity, consistency, and visual polish
• Support additional marketing related initiatives and content needs as required

• Demonstrate ongoing curiosity about the firm’s practice areas, client base, and competitive landscape

 Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline preferred
• Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
• Proven experience leading legal directory submissions, including Chambers, Legal 500, IP Stars, or similar publications
• Prior experience drafting RFP responses and other business development materials within a law firm, investment firm, asset management firm, or comparable setting
• Demonstrated success managing end-to-end directory submission processes and contributing to improved firm and individual attorney rankings

Skills and Attributes

• Superior writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high quality work product
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Comfortable working closely with senior leadership on high priority, deadline driven projects
• Demonstrated critical thinking, creativity, and business acumen
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with content management or proposal automation tools is a plus

Position Details

• Full time, exempt position
• Hybrid schedule with three days in office and two days remote
• Based in New York City

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $140,000 per year. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and overall qualifications.

The firm values diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

How to Apply:

Email resume, cover letter and writing samples to HR Specialist, Erin Sullivan esullivan@fzlz.com

Position Overview

A leading intellectual property law firm with a global client base is seeking a highly organized and detail driven Business Development and Marketing Specialist to support the firm’s growth strategy and market presence. This role supports long term business development by strengthening research, market intelligence, and early-stage opportunity development, while ensuring that revenue generating initiatives are executed with precision and consistency.

Serving as a central connector across business development, marketing, and attorney leadership, the Specialist operates at the intersection of project management, data accuracy, and creative execution. The role supports a wide range of initiatives, including pitches and RFPs, legal directories, sponsorships, research, content management, events, and broader marketing communications, enabling partners and senior leaders to pursue new opportunities with confidence and clarity.

About You

You are a relationship driven business development professional with a strong ability to build and sustain long-term, trust-based relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders. You engage thoughtfully and authentically, taking a consultative approach that prioritizes understanding, credibility, and shared goals. You are confident, approachable, and comfortable operating at senior levels, representing the firm with care and professionalism.

You bring a creative, outside the box perspective to business development, identifying and shaping opportunities beyond traditional approaches. You think strategically about innovative events, partnerships, and engagement ideas that create meaningful connections and lasting impact. You work independently with sound judgment, navigate complex initiatives with ease, and translate market insights into thoughtful, sustainable growth strategies that strengthen both relationships and the firm’s long-term position.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development Strategy and Research

• Support new client acquisition initiatives by identifying target clients, routes to market, and early-stage opportunities
• Conduct market research and intelligence gathering to support long-term business development pipelines
• Maintain awareness of competitor activity, market trends, and sector specific developments to inform strategy
• Support leadership in cultivating and maintaining relationships with clients, collaborators, and strategic partners
• Monitor and assess conversion rates, returns on business development efforts, and key performance indicators

Pitch, RFP, and Proposal Support

• Support the preparation and coordination of RFPs, proposals, and pitch materials in collaboration with partners and business development leadership
• Lead and track RFP and pitch opportunities from intake through outcome, including win and loss status, using the firm’s CRM system to support reporting and pipeline visibility
• Customize pitch decks and related collateral to align with specific client opportunities
• Maintain a comprehensive business development calendar to ensure accuracy and timely execution

CRM and Pipeline Management

• Use the CRM system to identify and segment contacts across key industries, and to plan and support targeted outreach for upcoming business development initiatives, including events and sponsorships

• Open, maintain, and update CRM records to ensure accurate reporting and pipeline visibility
• Measure and report on defined metrics supporting marketing and business development goals

Marketing, Visibility, and Content Support

• Collaborate with marketing and attorneys to raise internal and external visibility through sponsorships, speaking engagements, public relations, and social media
• Research profile raising opportunities for partners to maximize sponsorship and speaking investments
• Support thought leadership initiatives by monitoring trends and assisting with client mailings and articles
• Assist with content management across content management system and social platforms to ensure brand consistency
• Support daily aggregation and curation of industry news for internal and external communications

Events and Engagement Management

• Support strategic planning and execution of client events and speaking engagements in collaboration with the events team
• Analyze attendee lists and prepare tailored engagement materials
• Track post event follow-up activities and outcomes in the CRM system

Operational Excellence and Collaboration

• Develop, document, and communicate clear guidelines and procedures for business development related activities
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and collaboration
• Manage firm resources responsibly and maintain confidentiality
• Support broader marketing and business development projects as needed

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• Three to five years of experience in marketing, business development, or project management, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong proofreading and fact checking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work from the New York City office three days per week

Preferred

• Experience supporting pitch decks, RFPs, and business development processes
• Proficiency with CRM systems such as InterAction, Nexl, Salesforce or similar platforms
• Digital content management experience
• Background working with senior leadership and C suite audiences

Position Details

• Full time position
• Hybrid work schedule
• Based in New York City
• Occasional travel and occasional evening availability for events required

 Salary:

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000 per year. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and overall qualifications.

The firm values diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

How to Apply:

Email resume and cover letter to HR Specialist, Erin Sullivan esullivan@fzlz.com

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