Job Description

Summary

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader brings together more than 3,100 lawyers across 36 worldwide offices, combining global reach with deep sector expertise. Our combination marks a new chapter. A unique foundation for forging a legal career fit for the future. Strategically placed at the intersection of business, finance, and government, with on-the-ground expertise at every turn. Working seamlessly across practice areas and continents. Where matters span time zones and teams work together to solve complex challenges.

We have a well-established global M&BD team which supports the firm on a wide range of business development, client relationship management and reputational activities.

We are seeking a

M&BD Advisor Automotive and Mobility and Aerospace and Defense (m/w/d)

full-time in Munich

You will work closely with the global and local M&BD teams, along with the global Sector Heads, leadership teams, and key lawyers to develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and business development strategy that drives client engagement, strengthens market positioning, and supports the long-term growth of the sectors.

Your key responsibilities

Strategy and business planning

• Support sector leadership, the M&BD teams, and others to design and execute a global strategy that aligns with firm objectives and strengthens market position in the A&D and A&M sectors
• Support the development of the A&D and A&M sectors' yearly business plans and ensure implementation that supports the global sector strategy

Marketing campaigns, profile raising, and thought leadership

• Plan, create, and help manage the implementation of marketing communications, including seminars and client events, client trainings, client-facing materials, external conference attendance, as well as web and social media content
• Lead and support directory and award submissions for relevant rankings and publications
• Coordinate input for sector-specific thought leadership publications
• Collaborate with the PR team to implement profile-raising strategies for the sectors and individual partners

Events and sponsorships

• Support client seminars, webinars, and other marketing events — managing materials, supporting vendor selection, developing client communications, and handling day-of logistics and follow-up reporting
• Support the evaluation, coordination, and execution of sponsorships, including support with negotiating agreements and managing participation, to ensure the firm maximises return on its investment
• Work with the sector heads and leadership teams to plan internal meetings, retreats, and sessions focused on educating the firm about the sectors

Pitching, targeting, and new business generation

• Develop, manage, and support responses to RFPs, pitches, and proposals tailored to client needs
• Create and maintain a suite of standard targeting materials, including credentials documents

Internal communications and knowledge sharing

• Support sector working group efforts as M&BD lead and share best practices and processes across the global sector team
• Maintain key M&BD resources, including on the global intranet and hoganlovells.com, team lists, and master credentials documents
• Support M&BD leadership to promote our capabilities across the firm, including through global retreats, internal newsletters, conference calls, meetings, and the intranet

Wider M&BD projects

• Flexibility to support across other sectors as needed
• Manage and contribute to broader M&BD projects and assignments, as appropriate
• All members of the firm are expected and encouraged to participate in our global Responsible Business program
• Specific duties or responsibilities may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changes in personnel and management structure, staff location, and services

What we expect from you

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Three years of relevant experience required, preferably in the legal or professional services sector
• Knowledge and experience in the Aerospace and Defense and/or Automotive and Mobility sector preferred
• Fluent in English and German
• Ability to independently execute campaigns and other assigned projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Able to think broadly and demonstrate a high level of initiative
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic self-starter
• Pragmatic, diplomatic, and resourceful, with the ability to adapt quickly to different situations and personalities
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively, especially with teams across countries and time zones
• Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to multi-task and maintain an excellent eye for detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with, and willingness to leverage, the firm's preferred AI tools

What we offer you

• Varied and challenging work in a collegial, highly motivated team
• A modern, attractive, and future-proof workplace with excellent public transport connections
• Comprehensive onboarding with accompanying training and a structured induction
• A dynamic, innovative, respectful, friendly, and ambitious company culture
• Market-standard compensation, 30 days' annual leave, a job ticket, corporate benefits, plus many social events and wellbeing offerings (e.g. EGYM Wellpass membership, JobRad, and more)
• Regular training opportunities (IT and English)
• Subsidised lunch above the rooftops of Munich and various social events, including our happy hour on the roof terrace
• Fresh fruit, snacks, and drinks
• A contribution to a capital-forming savings plan (vermögenswirksame Leistungen)
• The opportunity to get involved socially (Inclusion, Citizenship) as part of your role
• A simple, fast application process: you'll receive a personal response from us within 7 days of submitting your application

We are proud of our appreciative culture and the diversity within our firm. We welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation/identity.

Important information about your application

Take the next step – we look forward to hearing from you!

Please submit your complete application documents (CV, degree certificates, and references) via our online portal, including your desired salary range and any other relevant details (e.g. notice period, start date).

If you have any questions about this position or our offer, we're always happy to help in person:

Elisabeth Schütz

HR Recruitment Advisor, Business Team