As a premier law firm with over 900 lawyers worldwide, Fasken is where excellence meets expertise. We are dedicated to shaping the future our clients want, precisely when it matters most. For more information, visit fasken.com.

The Marketing and Business Development Specialist supports marketing and communications, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and business development activities for the BC region.

Marketing and Communications support

Draft clear and concise communications for lawyer bios, including experience items and LinkedIn profiles, invites, website, newsletters, fact sheets, ads, speeches, PowerPoint presentations, social media and other communication items

Develop social media plan for paid social campaigns, including working with lawyers and Business Development teams to build, monitor and execute campaigns and post-campaign analysis and reporting

Draft and coordinate regional ranking submissions and award nominations

Update and assemble firm promotional materials, fact sheets, and bios into packages to support marketing and business development initiatives

Request for Proposals support

Assist with the preparation of high-quality RFP responses and presentations, preparing electronic or hard copies of these documents for delivery and distribution

Coordinate with Industry and Practice Groups (IPGs) to gather relevant information, create impactful narratives, and ensure timely submission of proposals

Track and analyze RFP outcomes to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

Business Development support

Plan and support the execution of client-facing events, sponsorships, and seminars to foster client engagement and firm visibility (some travel and working outside of normal business hours may be required)

Support Strategic Account Management (SAM) program

Help identify new business and marketing opportunities and recommend actions to pursue them

Assist with special projects (regional and firmwide) as necessary





Knowledge Management

Build knowledge of industry and practice groups (lawyers and industry group expertise)

Build knowledge of Fasken’s legal service

Build knowledge of BC Top client base

Qualifications

3-6 years of experience in a marketing and business development role in professional services. Strong preference for candidates with legal or other professional services-related firm experience

An undergraduate degree in Marketing, communications, business or public relations and/or completion of a two-year Marketing diploma program

Strong communications experience, client-focused with a high degree of professional discretion and diplomacy

Experience with CRM tools is a plus

Supervision

This role reports to the Senior Director, Marketing and Business Development and the Manager, Marketing and Business Development

At Fasken, Success Means

Having a strong client service approach – you’re ready, willing, and able to put our clients first and exceed their expectations

Possessing strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build harmonious working relationships within your immediate team, and across other departments in the firm

Working collaboratively – you’re a self-starter who values working in a collaborative team-based environment

Possessing exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties

Approaching your work with agility and the willingness to learn and utilize new technology





Being adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced workplace while being organized and maintaining accuracy with close attention to detail

Demonstrating strong research, investigative and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement to resolve issues

Treating sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and diplomacy at all times

Benefits

A health and wellness subsidy

An annual education & tuition reimbursement

Flexible medical and dental benefits (effective from day 1)

Short term and long term disability insurance

Personal days

Group retirement savings plan with matching contributions

Monetary incentive for employee referrals

An engaging firm culture that celebrates our hardworking and dedicated people

Background and Reference Checks
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks, including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment, and educational verifications.

Compensation
The typical salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, internal and market equity.

AI Disclosure
Please note that artificial intelligence tools may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

Diversity and Inclusion
At Fasken, we believe in a diverse workplace made up of people with unique experiences and qualities. It is important that all our members find our workplace welcoming and caring. An inclusive workplace creates a fair environment where people are respected and valued.

Accessibility and Accommodation
It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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📌 Marketing and Business Development Specialist (British Columbia)
🏢 Fasken
📍 British Columbia