Job Description

Job description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Marketing Assistant to join our Technology Business Development team in Belfast.
The Business Development (BD) team sits within the Global Business Development, Marketing & Communications function. Dedication to clients is one of A&O Shearman's core values and to this end BD and client relationship management is at the forefront of its global strategy.
Role Purpose
The Senior Assistant will support the Business Development managers in our Technology team and work closely with other business development and marketing team members and with other business areas such as Finance, IT and HR to deliver impactful business development and marketing projects.
What you will do
We're looking for someone highly organised, efficient, and committed to delivering high-quality work. Your responsibilities will include:

• Support BD and marketing initiatives - Assist with projects and campaigns across the Technology team.
• Coordinate client events and hospitality - Plan and deliver virtual and in-person events.
• Manage legal directory submissions - Work with associates, partners, and researchers to secure top rankings.
• Create client-facing materials - Develop brochures, inserts, and contact cards with Creative Services.
• Produce tailored content - Compile CVs, credentials, and proposals for client pitches.
• Update digital platforms - Refresh website and intranet content; create social media posts.
• Spot market trends - Use internal and external data to identify opportunities and respond to research requests.
• Prepare financial reports - Provide insights on client performance.
• Coordinate email marketing - Manage Vuture campaigns for the group.
• Support profile-raising activities - Assist with content creation and deal capture processes.
• Contribute to global league table submissions - Ensure accurate and timely entries

What you will have
Excellent writing skills and attention to detail
Interest in the Technology sector
Ability to demonstrate initiative and generate ideas
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint preferred)
Design awareness for presentations and proposals
Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure
Analytical and research skills
Organisation and administrative skills What we can offer you?
We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services.?
We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.
Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.
We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
If this role is not of interest we may have another suitable opportunity here for you at A&O Shearman! Visit our careers portal at and submit your CV to our to be notified when the perfect opportunity becomes available.
Area of expertise
Marketing
Working arrangement
Hybrid (combination of office & remote working)

Skills Required