About the Position
Norris McLaughlin is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing and Business Development team in our Bridgewater office.
This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for a recent college graduate who wants hands-on experience in marketing and business development within a professional services environment. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, including social media, content development, client and business development events, CLE programs, sponsorships, firm tickets, and other marketing initiatives.
We are looking for someone who is a strong writer, pays attention to details, enjoys being creative, and can manage multiple projects and deadlines without getting rattled. Just as important, we want someone who is curious, willing to learn, comfortable asking questions, and ready to jump in when the team needs help.
Our Marketing and Business Development team works hard, supports one another, and has some fun along the way. For the right person, this position offers significant exposure to different areas of marketing and business development and the opportunity to take on greater responsibility as you grow.
What You'll Do
As Marketing Assistant, you will support the Marketing and Business Development team across a broad range of activities, including:
Marketing & Communications
- Assist with drafting, editing, proofreading, and formatting marketing and business development materials.
- Help develop, draft, schedule, and post content for the firm's social media channels.
- Assist with website content and updates.
- Support email marketing and other digital communications.
- Help develop creative ideas for promoting the firm, its attorneys, practices, events, and initiatives.
- Assist with basic tracking and reporting of marketing and social media activity.
Events & Business Development
- Support the planning and execution of firm-sponsored and business development events.
- Handle event logistics, including invitations, RSVPs, attendee lists, nametags, materials, venue and vendor coordination, attorney communications, and follow-up.
- Provide on-site assistance at firm events when needed.
- Assist with other business development initiatives and projects involving attorneys, clients, and referral sources.
CLE Programs
- Assist with the coordination and administration of the firm's Continuing Legal Education programs.
- Help schedule programs and coordinate with attorneys, speakers, and participants.
- Assist with invitations, registrations, program materials, attendance tracking, and post-program administration.
- Provide logistical and technology support for in-person and virtual programs.
Sponsorships & Firm Tickets
- Help manage the firm's sports and entertainment ticket inventory, including requests, distribution, and tracking.
- Assist with firm sponsorships and related benefits, deadlines, advertisements, registrations, and event participation.
Team & Administrative Support
- Schedule meetings and assist with calendars and meeting logistics.
- Help maintain marketing information, lists, materials, and records.
- Provide administrative and project support to the Marketing and Business Development team.
- Assist with special projects and overflow work as priorities and needs change.
- Look for opportunities to help the team and take initiative rather than waiting for the next assignment.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, business, journalism, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience. Internships, campus activities, freelance work, and other meaningful marketing or communications experience are welcome.
- Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and communication skills.
- A creative mindset and an interest in developing new ideas.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, shifting priorities, and deadlines.
- Ability to remain composed and productive in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to work with attorneys and other professionals.
- A team-first attitude and willingness to pitch in when needed.
- Intellectual curiosity and a genuine desire to learn and grow.
Technology Skills
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content creation.
- Experience with Canva, Adobe products, website content management systems, CRM platforms, or email marketing technology is a plus, but not required.
- Comfortable learning new technology and systems.
Law Firm Experience? Not Required.
Previous experience in a law firm or other professional services environment is helpful, but it is not required.
We are more interested in finding someone with strong fundamental skills, good judgment, creativity, initiative, and a desire to learn. Our Marketing and Business Development team has a strong track record of mentoring and developing people, providing hands-on experience, and giving team members the opportunity to take on greater responsibility as they grow.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is based in the firm's Bridgewater, New Jersey office and follows a hybrid schedule of four days in the office and one remote day per week.
Occasional evening availability may be required for firm and business development events. There may also be occasional travel to other firm offices, primarily New York City and Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this entry-level position is $40,000–$45,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
