Senior Practice Development Manager
Senior Practice Development Manager
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NOTE: We are only accepting applications from direct applicants and agencies with which we have current agreed terms.
Vedder Prices London office is looking for a Senior Practice Development Manager. The Senior Practice Development Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategy to enhance the Firms brand presence and expand the existing client base in the London market. As needed the Senior Practice Development Manager will support strategic growth of our Singapore office/international presence. The Senior Practice Development Manager will oversee all London office marketing needs supervising the London Practice Development Manager. This role will collaborate with the larger marketing and practice development team to coordinate these efforts with Firmwide practice area priorities. The ideal candidate will have a consistent pulse on present and emerging trends in specific client industries and be wellversed in creating and implementing multifaceted strategies to raise the profiles of the practices and attorneys. This role requires a general understanding of the UK legal market and industries to assist in raising the London office brand.
As the Senior Practice Development Manager your duties will include but not be limited to:
- Develop and implement strategic marketing and business development plans including thought leadership event strategy and client education opportunities to enhance the Firms reputation and attract new clients
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders including clients industry associations and other professional services firms
- Collaborate with London Partners to identify and pursue highvalue business opportunities
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform the Firms strategic planning and decisionmaking processes
- Serve as a key advisor to the Firms Partners on matters related to public relations marketing and business development
- Collaborate with media relations team to identify trending topics and opportunities for attorney profile raising
- Work with the London based Practice Development Manager on the digital distribution of newsletters and social media posts and other marketing content for each practice group
- Partner with the events team and London based Practice Development
- Manager to ensure that events webinars and seminars are effectively promoting the Firms services and expertise
- Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and trends within the legal industry
- Collaborate with Partners and practice groups to develop targeted marketing campaigns and client pitches
- Represent the Firm at industry events conferences and networking functions to build and maintain professional relationships
- Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing and business development initiatives providing regular reports and recommendations
- for improvement
- Lead and mentor London Practice Development Manager providing guidance support and professional development opportunities
Skills & Competencies:
- Excellent organizational interpersonal relations written and oral communication skills required
- Able to think broadly and independently and demonstrate a high level of initiative
- Strong client service attitude required
- Needs to work well under pressure and be an excellent problemsolver and team player with strong collaboration skills but able to act autonomously
- Must have the ability to organize and prioritize and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail is necessary
- Strong project management skills
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Bachelor degree in marketing required
- Minimum 10 15 years experience in a marketing/business development function within professional services required; law firm experience preferred
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient in the following software:
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite CRM Systems Adobe InDesign
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations) medical condition protected veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We participate in Everify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
