Marketing and Business Development Coordinator

This job is with Frontier Economics, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Frontier Economics is an economics consultancy that tackles the big questions facing governments, businesses and society. We help our clients to analyse and understand their markets and to formulate strategies based on sound economics. The methods and models we use are often complex, but our advice is always succinct, clear and honest.

We’ve got an exciting opportunity to join our brilliant Clients Team. We’re looking for an experienced and motivated individual ready to take the next step in their marketing and business development career. The Clients Team is a dynamic group of experts in client relationship management, business development, marketing, communications, brand, and design. They drive firm-wide marketing and BD efforts, supporting all practices and engaging with current and potential clients. From managing our website and social media to crafting compelling internal and external communications, they help shape our voice and strengthen our brand. Their design expertise also ensures the Frontier brand is consistently represented and recognised.

Reporting to the Senior Marketing and Business Development Advisor (SMBDA), the Marketing and Business Development Co-ordinator will play a key role in delivering marketing and BD plans for our Competition and Telecoms practice groups, as well as supporting broader cross-practice campaigns. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the firm to help drive growth, build visibility, and enhance client engagement.

As a Marketing and Business Development Co-ordinator, you’ll play a vital role in shaping how we connect with clients and showcase our expertise. This is a chance to work on high-profile campaigns and strategic initiatives in a creative environment - where your ideas and input will directly support the firm’s growth and reputation. The role’s responsibilities include:

• External Conferences: You will help place Frontier at the centre of industry conversations by identifying key conferences, securing speaking and sponsorship opportunities, and promoting our presence while staying on budget and seeking ways to maximise impact.
• Directories & Awards: Coordinate timely, high-quality submissions by working closely with economists and understanding our work. Share best practices, ensure accuracy, and amplify our successes through news and social media.
• Research: Keep our strategies sharp by researching industry trends and analysing insights from campaigns, events, CRM, and project data.
• Content & Website Management: Write and publish engaging content for our website and social media, working with editors to ensure everything aligns with our brand. Support BD with tailored pitch packs and materials as needed.
• Event Support: Help bring client events to life - from planning through to on-the-day logistics and support.
• Client & Contact Data Management: Maintain our CRM system, generate targeted mailing lists, track engagement, and ensure data handling meets governance standards.

We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following qualities and expertise for this role:

• Experience with legal directory and award submissions.
• Skilled in managing conference speaker slots and event attendance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Background in marketing within professional services (ideally legal).
• Confident working with senior stakeholders.
• Familiar with CRM systems and GDPR best practices.
• Team player who values collaboration and diverse working styles.
• Organised with strong management skills.
• Comfortable using corporate social media channels.

At Frontier Economics, we are entirely employee-owned, meaning every team member has a voice in shaping the company’s future. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation, open dialogue, and shared success. Our stimulating and thought-provoking projects are complemented by a supportive and dynamic work environment, designed to help you thrive and grow. We also offer:

• Hybrid Working: Employees are expected to work in the office at least two days a week, with flexibility for remote work.
• Holiday Entitlement: 28 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days of holiday per year.
• Parental Pay: Enhanced parental pay of up to 2 months of full pay and bonus for primary carers.
• Learning & Development: Extensive L&D opportunities, including Career Development Reviews with support from a dedicated Mentor.
• Private Health Insurance: Fully covered AXA health insurance with optional family coverage (partners' premiums and taxes paid by the employee; children included at no extra cost). Additional cover (e.g., optical, dental) can be added at the employee's expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Free, confidential support for work-life balance, health, family issues, or job-related challenges, available for you and your immediate family members.
• Income Protection Insurance: All employees are covered by Frontier's Group Income Protection Scheme for long-term illness or disability.
• Life Insurance: Company-funded Group Life Assurance Scheme, covering all permanent employees from their start date.
• Cross-Office Travel & Secondments: Opportunities for secondments to different offices or practices to expand skills and experience.

If you’re looking to advance your career and wish to apply, please submit your application online. Should you have any questions or need further information, don’t hesitate to reach out via email. We look forward to receiving your application!

Frontier Economics is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. We are determined that everyone has an equal chance to join us and progress their career with Frontier. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all its forms.