Intern, Marketing Clerk (Metcalf CH) in Chicago, Illinois at Sidley Austin LLP

The Intern, Marketing Clerk (Metcalf CH) will assist the Marketing Manager and firm-wide marketing team by participating in a variety of marketing activities, including: event planning and preparation; special research projects; drafting of internal communications and lawyer biographies; maintenance of department databases; administrative duties; and assisting with production of presentations and other materials.

• Work with the marketing team to plan and execute Firm and client events: distribute invitations, process registrations, maintain registration lists, coordinate production of event materials, staff the events and assist with post-event follow up.

• Draft and update lawyer biographies.

• Assist in the production of an office-marketing newsletter as well as quarterly and annual marketing reports.

• Manage office inventory of client gifts and help to facilitate client entertainment.

• Maintain the Firm's CRM system: track activities for clients, alumni and friends of the Firm; ensure that contact information is accurate and up-to-date and that contacts are associated with proper mailing lists; generate and format reports as needed; guide secretaries in the effective use of the CRM system.

• Assist in maintaining and updating marketing department databases and records, including events tracker, rankings and awards tracker, experience management platform, team calendar, etc.

• Perform basic research and data collection on clients and contacts, industries and competitors.

• Support the marketing department's responsibilities to other Firm departments (recruiting, CLE, legal personnel and HR, etc.) and outside vendors.

• Administrative and other projects as assigned.

Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Good judgment

• Strong interpersonal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

• Able to work under pressure

• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

The target salary range for this role is:

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.