Job Title: Business Development Manager
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Business Development Manager with a strong background in private equity, M&A, and professional services marketing. This role will play a key part in driving the firm's growth by supporting business development and marketing initiatives, managing pitch materials, and collaborating with attorneys and firm leadership to execute strategic plans.
Key Responsibilities:
Partner with the Director of Marketing & Brand Strategy to implement business development plans aligned with firm priorities.
Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and target clients.
Support integration and business development efforts for strategic lateral hires.
Develop in-depth knowledge of the firm's services, sectors, and key clients.
Lead the development of proposals, RFPs, and client-facing materials.
Manage legal directory submissions (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500) and league table contributions (e.g., PitchBook).
Evaluate and manage sponsorships, partnerships, and events to maximize ROI.
Maintain and update marketing materials, attorney bios, and practice group descriptions.
Contribute to content and thought leadership strategies.
Mentor junior marketing staff and support best practices across BD initiatives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus.
5 7 years of business development or marketing experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
Strong project management, research, and communication skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate with attorneys and senior stakeholders.
Proactive, organized, and results-oriented with a creative, strategic mindset.