Coordinator, Business Development

About Davies

Davies is a top-tier Canadian law firm focused on high-stakes matters. With offices in Toronto, Montréal and New York, we are consistently at the centre of the most challenging deals and cases in Canada and abroad.

A position at Davies is more than just a job. When you join the firm, you will be welcomed by a team that places as much emphasis on supporting its people as it does on serving its prestigious clients. As such, we have created a collaborative environment where team members of all backgrounds feel appreciated and are encouraged to share their ideas while working alongside some of the brightest legal and business professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and experience.

About the position

The Business Development Coordinator is the core support role within the firm’s Business Development team, providing day-to-day administrative and coordination support for all business development initiatives. Working closely with Business Development managers, the Coordinator helps support the delivery of high-quality work while maintaining accurate information, updating business development materials and organizing inputs and timelines.

The successful candidate is organized, responsive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and an interest in developing a career in business development. They are comfortable managing routine tasks and competing priorities, following established processes and collaborating with colleagues to meet deadlines and maintain the firm’s brand and quality standards.

Responsibilities

The main responsibilities for the Business Development Coordinator include:

Proposals, Pitches and RFP Support

• Coordinate proposals, pitches and RFP responses by gathering information, formatting documents and tracking progress
• Update credentials, matter experience, lawyer biographies, practice descriptions, case studies and presentation materials in the centralized content library
• Maintain and update approved templates to align with the firm’s brand guidelines
• Track and record outcomes and feedback in designated tracking tools

Ticket Coordination

• Coordinate the administration and distribution of the firm’s season tickets
• Coordinate with ticket vendors, venues, lawyers, the BD team, clients and other stakeholders
• Maintain ticket inventories, allocation schedules, invitation lists and usage records
• Assist with related communications, reminders and follow-up and ensure unused tickets are identified and reassigned where possible

Operational Support and Research

• Support the BD team with the coordination of team meetings and activities, including tracking and reporting action items and follow-ups
• Support the drafting of submissions for legal directories, rankings and client awards, when required
• Conduct basic research on clients, prospective clients, industries and competitors using internal and external resources
• Maintain organized files and trackers and follow established processes for confidentiality, quality control and accessibility
• Identify practical opportunities to improve templates, trackers and administrative processes

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business, marketing, communications or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Up to two years of relevant experience in business development, marketing, administration or professional services; co-op, internship or equivalent experience will be considered
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proven written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to proofread and format professional documents
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook; familiarity with CRM systems or databases is an asset
• Proficiency in using AI (Co-pilot, Harvey and other tools)
• A collaborative, service-oriented approach, sound judgment and a willingness to learn
• Strong written and oral communication skills in French and English (required for candidates based in Montréal; an asset for candidates based in Toronto)

Salary Range

The expected starting salary range for this role is $55,000 – $65,000. The final offer will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience, qualifications and office location.

To Apply

For more information or to submit your application, please email [email protected].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Davies may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) as part of our application screening process, including in reviewing applications to help identify candidates whose skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

Davies is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace for candidates and firm members with disabilities. Please let us know of any accommodations you may require at any time during the recruitment process.