Business Development Manager
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Overview
This position supports the business development and marketing efforts of assigned practice groups. The Marketing & Business Development Manager works closely with Practice Group Leaders (PGLs) and partners to advance group priorities strengthen client engagement and elevate the visibility of the practice.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned practice groups providing support and guidance on business development and marketing needs.
- Partner with PGLs and partners to plan and carry out business development and marketing initiatives for the group.
- Identify prospective clients and new opportunities; support targeting efforts by tracking outreach pursuits and followups.
- Work with partners and BD colleagues to identify and support crossselling efforts across practices and offices.
- Draft write and customize pitches proposals RFP responses and presentations as well as manage process timelines and coordination.
- Maintain and update practice materials experience lists matter descriptions clientfacing collateral and other BD content. Prepare award directory and league table submissions collaborating with partners and the Communications team.
- Work with Communications team on press releases media placements thoughtleadership opportunities and related activities.
- Assess and coordinate sponsorships memberships speaking engagements and conference participation to enhance visibility.
- Support planning and execution of practicerelated events including webinars client programs and receptions and track outcomes.
- Assist with onboarding and business development support for lateral partners.
Collaborate with colleagues across BD Communications Recruiting and other business services functions to ensure cohesive support. - May supervise a Business Development Coordinator depending on group needs.
Handle additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree required.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including the ability to draft and edit persuasive polished clientfacing content.
- Strong presence poise and confidence when working with partners and senior professionals; able to offer recommendations and move projects forward.
- Excellent projectmanagement skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and work efficiently in a fastpaced environment.
- Minimum 57 years of relevant business development or marketing experience in professional services; law firm experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Highly organized detailoriented and committed to producing accurate highquality work.
Ability to work proactively communicate clearly and exercise sound judgment in a fastpaced environment.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
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