Business Development Senior Specialist

Overview

Orrick currently has an excellent hybrid opportunity for a Senior Business Development Specialist based in any of our U.S. offices (Austin, Chicago, Boston, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Menlo Park, Orange County, Portland, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Seattle, Washington DC, or Wheeling, WV).

The Opportunity : We are seeking a dynamic Senior Business Development Specialist to join our BD Operations team. This role supports high-impact campaigns and strategic go-to-market initiatives aligned with the firm's sector-focused strategy. The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive problem solver with a team-first attitude and a keen desire to develop their professional skills.

What will I do? As a Senior Business Development Specialist, you will oversee and execute a variety of day-to-day BD operational deliverables, including thought leadership campaigns, data management, and technology-led initiatives. You will provide project-based support for BD teams on various deliverables such as lateral integration, event support, client targeting, and more. Your role will involve collaborating with Sector & Market BD leads, participating in team meetings, and contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.

How will I spend my time? You will spend most of your time on these responsibilities :

Responsibilities

• BD Operational Deliverables : Oversee and execute thought leadership campaigns, data management, and technology-led initiatives.
• Project-Based Support : Provide support for BD teams on deliverables including lateral integration, event support, client targeting, practice collateral, and biography creation.
• Collaboration and Coordination : Work autonomously or as part of a project team to ensure deliverables are completed to the highest standards. Collaborate with Campaign Managers on campaign coordination and strategic initiatives.
• Team Participation : Participate in team meetings, contribute to strategic planning, and play a key role in assessing and piloting new technology.
• Process Improvement : Work across BD Operations to help establish operational teams and assist with process improvement.
• Professional Development : Develop advanced project management skills through firm training and independent learning opportunities.

Qualifications

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on delivering innovative solutions for four sectors : Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance and Life Sciences & HealthTech. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets. We are recognized globally for delivering the highest-quality legal advice and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is :

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (w / applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply : If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com / Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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