Client Development Coordinator

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and New York.

Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.

Reporting to the Manager, Client Development and collaborating with the Client Development & Marketing Team, the Client Development Coordinator will support the implementation of firm-wide business development strategies within the Corporate Group. This role will contribute to a range of initiatives, including conducting research, preparing market recognition submissions, developing pitch materials and presentations, responding to RFPs, managing marketing content, coordinating communications, supporting events and sponsorships, and driving general business development activities. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of practice-specific, departmental, and firm-wide priorities to ensure all efforts align with and advance the firm’s strategic objectives.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Major Responsibilities

• Support the execution of strategic business development and marketing plans for assigned practice groups
• Maintain practice group deal lists, assist with directory and award submissions, and draft matter descriptions for internal and external use
• Conduct competitive intelligence research on potential clients, markets, industry developments, and competitor activities
• Prepare market activity and client reports, gathering relevant data as needed
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing client seminars, major events, and educational initiatives, including managing guest lists in the CRM, producing materials, and coordinating logistics and follow-up activities
• Prepare materials and participate in practice group partner meetings
• Collaborate with the Pursuits team on RFP responses, credentials, and other documentation requests from lawyers and clients
• Partner with the Marketing team to update web content and client-facing materials
• Support contact management efforts, including database updates, development of targeted marketing lists, and tracking client activities
• Perform additional duties as required to support the Client Development department

Position Requirements

Education and Experience

This position requires a university degree or college diploma, preferably in business. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a professional services environment, in a marketing or business development role, is an asset. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be acceptable.

Knowledge and Skills

We are currently working in a hybrid work arrangement, which includes a requirement to work primarily in the office and flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.

Compensation

The range of expected compensation for this position is $52,000 - $62,000 annually. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of factors including job-related knowledge, education, skills and experience.

Accessibility and Accommodation

We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.

If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada's leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date.

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