Overview Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Business Development (BD) Coordinator to join the Client Relations & Marketing department in the Toronto office. This position will report to the Director, Client Relations and Business Development. The Business Development (BD) Coordinator will contribute to the effective operation of business development and marketing activities. In this role, the BD Coordinator will work closely with the national Client Relations and Marketing team and various departments throughout the Firm. Responsibilities Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Project Management – Working in collaboration with team members to construct and monitor work plans and deliverables for the BD teamBusiness Planning – Assisting in the implementation of practice group, industry and client team plansResearch – Working with the Business Intelligence team to deliver research projects, provide required data for a variety of client or industry-focused initiatives, produce standard reports and monitor the CRM database to ensure it remains up to dateDirectory and Award Submissions – Coordinating the preparation of submissions, including information sourcing, data gathering and follow-up. Accountable for ensuring new mandates are submitted to appropriate league tables and the experience databaseMarketing Materials – Working with the Creative Services team to develop and deliver updates or new collateral, and provide ongoing review and revision, of both existing and new materialsNew Business RFP’s and Pitches – Supporting the development of information packages and other pitch and proposal materialsEvents – Conception, planning and delivery of strategic events in collaboration with the Events teamBusiness Development Budget – Assisting in the monitoring and reporting of the annual BD expense reports and budget Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business/Marketing or equivalent is requiredMinimum of one to three years of BD/marketing experience or similar role, experience in a professional service industry is an asset Skills & Abilities Customer Service Orientation – courteous, responsive and delivers results with a sense of urgencyCommunication Skills – strong verbal and written proficiency, including proofreading and editing capabilitiesInterpersonal Skills – strong interpersonal skills, supported by a foundation of patience, tact, and confidenceAdaptability – ability to adapt to multiple areas of law and various demands, deployable to any portfolio within the Firm as neededCreative Thinking – ability to share and embrace new ideas as well as to consider creative solutions to challenges Collaboration – proactively engages and coordinates across other administrative departments, in delivering on key strategies and initiativesJudgment – identifies and raises red flags when an external or internal change or event could impact assigned groupsTechnology – strong proficiency with technology, and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies as required About Blakes At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures.The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.