Now Hiring - Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. - Marketing and Business Development Specialist (Central & North Florida Region) in Tampa, FL

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This position will be based in the Tampa or Tallahassee office, with regular travel between Tampa and Tallahassee. The candidate will report to the Marketing Director and work directly with attorneys ensuring consistency of the Firm's marketing and brand messaging. Learn more about us at [please apply online] Responsibilities * Reporting to the Director of Marketing and adhering to the department's policies/procedures, oversee the day-to-day functions of the Region's offices * Travel monthly to Regional offices - be the "face of marketing" and "eyes and ears" of the Region's offices * Develop and/or expand on regional, office-wide, and practice area specific strategic business development plans for the Region * Work in collaboration with Marketing Director, firm attorneys and practice area leadership to provide strategic and creative direction to ensure office/regional priorities are being met * Lead practice group and office-wide meetings and strategic planning retreats * Collaborate directly with the Events Coordinator to plan and execute sponsorships, speaking engagements, morale and community events, seminars, webinars, client networking events and conferences, lunch & learns, holiday parties and other business development initiatives for the North Florida region. This includes strategic direction and execution firm involvement in large conferences including the Florida Environmental Network Permitting School, Florida Planning Conference, and Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce Conference * Track and evaluate ROI for professional involvement and leadership * Strategize and Prepare RFPs & Pitches to support new client business development * Support other departments and assist with other marketing and research projects, as needed Qualifications * 5+ years of marketing, communications or professional services experience. Law firm experience preferred. * Outstanding written and oral communication skills * Analytical skills and exceptional organizational ability * Ability to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines * Ability to work in both an independent and team environment * Ability to work well under pressure * Strong attention to detail and follow through * Mastery of Microsoft Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook * Experience with Constant Contact, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Survey Monkey is a plus * Good judgment * Flexibility to work overtime as needed Education * Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field is required Stearns Weaver Miller is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant 's or employee's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti- discrimination laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.