Marketing Coordinator (Detroit)

At Taft, we work as one team, driven and committed to helping our clients succeed. A full-service law firm with more than 875 attorneys and approximately 1,500 on our team, we have the collaborative approach, advanced technological resources, and depth of services that make us a preeminent law firm in the Midwest.

Taft is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support our team in Taft’s Southfield office.

Reports to: Business Development Director

Position Objective: 

The marketing coordinator will provide assistance with marketing and business development activities in various Taft markets and support other firm-wide activities. The position offers an excellent opportunity to learn many facets of legal marketing.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supports the director/team with pitch and RFP completion including gathering information, updating documents, and proofreading content. (Southfield)
  • Supports the director with marketing material creation including gathering information for one-sheeters and brochures. (Cleveland)
  • Assists the directors with completing budget related activities in a timely manner including invoice follow-up and processing, credit card receipt submission and reconciliation of statements, reimbursement request submissions, and updating/tracking items. (Chicago, Cleveland, and Indianapolis)
  • Assists the director/team with (1) sponsorship support including processing invoices, providing marketing materials/visual assets, and maintaining a timeline of upcoming events and (2) sponsorship fulfillment including the registration process, ad submissions, and table attendees. (Southfield)
  • Manages events including, but not limited to, logistics, catering, and on-site event needs, building/coordinating invitation lists, and managing RSVPs. (Southfield)
  • Reviews and posts content on the website. (Southfield)
  • Assists director with internal meeting scheduling and related needs. (Chicago)
  • Assists team members with email/subscription list clean-up and updates. (Southfield and Indianapolis)
  • Assists with other requests as needed.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications or related field.
  • Two to three years of professional services experience (preferred).
  • Excellent computer skills – high proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Experience with a CRM system (preferred).
  • Experience proofreading content and knowledge of AP style (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of web-based platforms, such as a content management system.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels.
  • Superior communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach to work.

Work may require more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours. The position is located in the Southfield, Michigan office. Support of other offices does not require travel.

Interested candidates may apply here.


Taft is a State of Minnesota and City of St. Paul Affirmative Action Employer as required in those jurisdictions. Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing.