M&A/Capital Markets Professional Support Attorney

A law firm in Houston is seeking a highly skilled M&A/Capital Markets Professional Support Attorney to collaborate with partners, lawyers, and colleagues across the firm to advance business development, knowledge management, profile-raising, and growth objectives for specific corporate practice areas, including Mergers and Acquisitions and Private Equity. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Duties:

• Collaborate with partners, lawyers, and colleagues to formulate and execute marketing and strategic plans to meet business development goals.
• Lead the development and maintenance of marketing materials, including brochures, lawyer biographies, and web content.
• Track cases and maintain current status information; ensure matters are reported to league tables and publications.
• Prepare and manage responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) and pitch materials.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities to increase revenue and enhance profitability.
• Draft articles and e-communications to promote the firm's expertise and thought leadership.
• Collaborate on planning and executing conferences and events to promote the firm's brand and expertise.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong understanding of business development principles and strategies.
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and professionals across practice areas and offices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar of Texas or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of Mergers and Acquisitions, Capital Markets, or related areas.
• Experience in business development and marketing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct market research and analyze data effectively.
• Proficiency in drafting and editing marketing materials.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

This is one of the largest law firms in Texas. It has offices around the world and a full-service practice that includes the highest levels of litigation, corporate, energy, intellectual property and other types of law. Attorneys are able to improve their skills by participating in the firm's substantial formal training programs. The atmosphere is informal and friendly, so associates are able to interact with partners and receive mentoring from them.