Business Development & Marketing Assistant

Snell & WilmerSnell & WilmerCosta Mesa, California, United States
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Posted

10/1/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$29 - $33/hr

Work style

Hybrid

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Core responsibilities

The assistant will support business development and marketing initiatives by drafting proposals, managing CRM data, and coordinating client events. They will also assist with public relations, digital content updates, and general administrative reporting for the firm.

Requirements overview

Candidates should have at least one year of experience in marketing or a related field, preferably within a professional services environment. Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills are required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.

Key skills

Business developmentMarketingCommunicationsRFP responsesProposal draftingResearchCRM managementSocial mediaEvent planningProject managementPublic relationsData entryMicrosoft OfficeZoomInterpersonal skillsWriting

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Snell & Wilmer

Industry

Law Practice

Employees

1,323

Type

Partnership

Size

501-1,000 employees

Founded in 1938, Snell & Wilmer is a full-service business law firm with more than 500 lawyers practicing in 17 locations throughout the United States and in Mexico. The firm represents clients ranging from large, publicly traded corporations to small businesses, individuals and entrepreneurs. Snell & Wilmer and its lawyers have been recognized by clients and peers for exceptional legal skills and ethical business practices with various distinguished awards. The firm is renowned for having extensive experience in a full range of transactional and litigation legal services. The firm’s range of practices include, among others: bankruptcy, bioscience, business litigation, construction, corporate, employee benefits, energy/environmental, healthcare, intellectual property, international, labor/employment, product liability, real estate/zoning, tax, and trusts/estates.

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Job categories

MarketingLegalAdministrativeManagement & Leadership

Description

For Applicants Residing in California: Snell & Wilmer takes the privacy of the personal information that we collect from you during the employment application process seriously.   In compliance with California’s Consumer Protection Act (“CCPA”), we are providing you with our Privacy Notice for California Residents and our general Privacy Policy.  As required by the CCPA, our notice describes the categories of personal information we collect (or may collect) from you as well as our use and disclosure of that personal information.  Please review this Notice and our Privacy Policy.  By providing your personal information to as part of the recruitment or application process, you consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information by Snell & Wilmer consistent with this Notice. By clicking “consent” or “I accept”, you acknowledge that you read and agree to Snell and Wilmer L.L.P.: Privacy Policy and Privacy Notice for California Residents located at https://www.swlaw.com/legal/privacy-policyhttps://www.swlaw.com/legal/privacy-policy.   > Business Development & Marketing Assistant Job Details: Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest law firms in the Western United States, is seeking a full-time Business Development and Marketing Assistant to work from the firm’s Orange County office. This individual, reporting to the firm’s Marketing Manager who is located in San Diego, will support the firm’s business development and marketing efforts locally, and may also aid, as needed, for firmwide projects and initiatives. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the office. After three to six months, and based on supervisor discretion, there may be an opportunity to move to a hybrid schedule. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: * Business Development and Client Support: Help execute business development initiatives by assisting attorneys and practice groups with opportunity tracking and pursuit activities. Assist in responses to RFPs and proposals, including drafting and assembling materials, conducting research, and ensuring timely submissions. Maintain and update marketing collateral, pitch materials, and client-facing content. * Marketing, Communications, and Brand: Aid in the development and maintenance of marketing materials, including attorney biographies, practice descriptions, and client communications. Support the execution of marketing campaigns and initiatives that promote the firm’s services and thought leadership. Strengthening digital content, including website updates and social media posts, ensuring alignment with firm brand standards. * Public Relations and Visibility: Bolster public relations efforts by drafting and coordinating announcements, legal updates, and client communications. Help with submissions for legal directories and rankings, including gathering information and coordinating materials. Track media coverage and maintain relevant records. * Events and Market Presence: Assist in planning and executing client events, sponsorships, and webinars. Support logistics such as invitations, attendee tracking, materials preparation, and onsite coordination. Help manage post-event follow-up activities and maintain event records. * Operations and Reporting: Maintain data within CRM and related systems, ensuring accuracy of contacts, activities, and experience information. Assist with tracking marketing and business development activities and preparing basic reports. Support administrative aspects of budgeting and vendor coordination as needed. Experience and Qualifications:  * At least 1 year of experience in marketing, business development, communications, or a related field, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment. * Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a related field is preferred, but not required. * Ability to work well with others and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships internally and externally * Excellent verbal/written/interpersonal communication skills within a variety of settings * Ability to work well under pressure within a deadline-driven environment * Excellent project management and organizational skills * Ability to present a professional and polished image and demeanor * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, social media platforms, and CRM management is needed * Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours, as required * Ability to travel, as required The pay range for this position is $29.00 to $33.25 per hour depending on years of experience.  Snell & Wilmer offers a competitive performance-based compensation and a generous benefits package [https://www.swlaw.com/careers/business-professionals/] starting on your first day. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K/profit sharing, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate.  Snell & Wilmer values the principles of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging [https://www.swlaw.com/diversity-inclusion-belonging/]. Snell & Wilmer is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Requirements

  • •Business development
  • •Marketing
  • •Communications
  • •RFP responses
  • •Proposal drafting
  • •Research
  • •CRM management
  • •Social media
  • •Event planning
  • •Project management
  • •Public relations
  • •Data entry
  • •Microsoft Office
  • •Zoom
  • •Interpersonal skills
  • •Writing

Benefits

  • •Medical
  • •Dental
  • •Vision
  • •Disability insurance
  • •Life insurance
  • •401k
  • •Profit sharing
  • •Paid holidays
  • •Tuition reimbursement
  • •Paid time off
  • •Vacation time
  • •Personal time
  • •Sick time

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