Corporate Practice Analyst

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Corporate Practice Analyst provides comprehensive support to legal teams and business professionals by managing transactional logistics, supporting business development initiatives, and streamlining document and data processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These essential functions are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation.

• Transactional Support: Draft status reports and presentations; prepare standard client and transaction documents; manage signature logistics, including document distribution, collection, and checklist management; assist with annual corporate filings.

• Business Development: Prepare and format pitch materials (PowerPoint, video, Canva); coordinate client and business development events, including webinars, speaking engagements, and CLE workshops; track business development activities and client engagement in CRM systems.

• Research and Reporting: Conduct industry and company research to support prospecting; compile data for RFP responses; generate automated reports for business development tracking.

• Communications and Marketing Support: Update lawyer biographies; draft and coordinate firm-approved social media content; support documentation of attorney experience for proposals and Foundation updates.

• Process Automation and Data Management: Create document and correspondence templates; implement data entry automation; support CRM integration with document management systems.

• Maintain timely and accurate time records.

• Maintain positive contact with clients, lawyers, and business professionals and observe confidentiality of client matters.

• Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as required by the position, consistent with the firm’s attendance expectations.

• Work additional hours beyond the normal schedule if required to meet firm and/or client demands.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Demonstrated skills in document and information management.

• Ability to express self effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with firm lawyers, business professionals, client personnel, and other professionals.

• Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and multiple concurrent deadlines.

• Ability to work well under pressure and independently.

SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED

• Experience in legal, business development, or professional services environment.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Four-year degree and two-plus years of relevant professional experience.

This is fully onsite role 5 days a week.

At Perkins Coie, we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service and who have a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work. We have created a company culture based on collaboration, devotion to serving our clients, and mutual respect. Perkins Coie is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion both within the firm and throughout our collective communities. Work with one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For and receive great health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid sabbaticals. 

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

This position may be filled in the following location(s). The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity. 

Illinois compensation range: $49,380.00 to $70,290.00 annually