Business Development Coordinator

McCarthy Tetrault LLP

  • Calgary, AB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Job Description:McCarthy Tétrault is a Canadian law firm that offers a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world. At McCarthy Tétrault, we offer challenging and rewarding career opportunities in our offices in Toronto, Montreal, Quebec City, Calgary and Vancouver. We are delighted to have earned the distinction of one of for the fourteenth consecutive year in 2026. Our culture is built on professional excellence, collaboration, innovation, thought leadership and entrepreneurialism. We embrace inclusion in all its forms and we provide the tools and opportunities to help our people develop to their full potential.We are recruiting for a Business Development Coordinator to join our team in our Calgary office. The successful candidate must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in marketing, business development, or a related field and will be responsible for supporting marketing and business development initiatives, coordinating events and sponsorships, managing CRM data and reporting, handling administrative and operational tasks, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure effective execution of client and market activities. McCarthy Tétrault employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.As a Business Development Coordinator, you will be:
  • Supporting marketing and business development initiatives for the Alberta and B.C. market, including coordinating with partners and stakeholders, tracking initiatives, managing calendars, and following up on action items.
  • Providing day-to-day administrative and operational support for marketing and business development activities, working closely with the Specialist, Business Development, Senior Manager, Business Development, and other Clients & Markets Leads.
  • Maintaining and updating Client Connect (CRM), including entering contacts, tracking client activity, and supporting business development plans and reporting.
  • Assisting with the coordination and fulfillment of industry sponsorships, including preparing and submitting materials, tracking deliverables, and supporting sponsorship agreements.
  • Vet, prepare, and manage mailing lists, including all associated administrative coordination.
  • Supporting the planning and execution of conferences and client and sporting events, including ticket coordination, attendee tracking, and on-site event support.
  • Submitting invoices for payment and processing expense reconciliations, including corporate card (Mastercard) remittances.
  • Updating and maintaining marketing materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with firm messaging.
  • Gathering basic client, prospect, and industry information with support from internal research teams.
  • Providing general administrative and project support to the Marketing and Business Development team, as required.
As our ideal candidate, you will distinguish yourself by the following profile:
  • Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
  • Two years of relevant experience, preferably in a professional or legal services firm
  • Strong communication skills, including business writing skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and accommodate rush requests
  • Ability to complete designated tasks in a systematic and logical way with a great attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines
  • Team player and go-getter who can work under little supervision
  • Self-starter attitude, with a proactive, problem-solving approach. Confident making day-to-day decisions, but also knows when to escalate and seek supervisory assistance.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively, in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a professional exterior.
  • Excellent organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities with challenging deadlines.
  • Ability to complete designated tasks in a systematic and logical way, with great attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment with flexibility and adaptability.
  • Proficiency with MS Office suite; ability to quickly learn and leverage new technology solutions. Experience working with
  • Salesforce and SharePoint an asset.
  • Excellent word processing, spelling, grammar, editing and proof-reading skills.
  • Ability to proactively engage with multiple stakeholders in a matrix reporting system.
  • Flexibility to work occasional overtime to support events outside of regular working hours.
As a member of the McCarthy team, you will have access to:
  • Outstanding benefits from day one, including insurance premiums paid by the Firm and wellness and technology reimbursements.
  • Competitive compensation, paid overtime and generous time off, including a day off to volunteer and a day off for your birthday.
  • A commitment to professional development and growth opportunities for our people at all levels, supported by a culture that fully embraces and encourages two-way feedback.
  • Strong community involvement and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
  • A collaborative, cohesive culture that connects lawyers and business teams through collective purpose.
How to Apply:We encourage external candidates to apply online and internal applicants must apply directly through our internal careers portal on Espresso. We look forward to receiving your application.We thank all applicants for their interest in McCarthy Tétrault; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status. McCarthy Tétrault is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

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