Law Firm Sr Business Development Manager Corporate Department

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Chicago, IL - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 190 - 220
Posted on: 3 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Law Firm Sr Business Development Manager- Corporate Department
This position will be a part of the firms Marketing & Business Development team and will work closely with Corporate Department and Team Leaders as the senior strategic business development and marketing advisor. The Senior Business Development Manager will provide high-level comprehensive support to select corporate teams across offices by driving practice growth client development and market positioning initiatives on the Firms international platform.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning
  • Serve as both a strategic planner and implementer for select teams within the Corporate Department with heavy focus on strategic growth practices.
  • Advise and partner with department leadership team leaders and firm leadership to identify growth opportunities and execute go-to-market plans in alignment with Firms Strategic Plan and business objectives.
  • Analyze market trends client and industry developments and competitor positioning to inform long-term business development direction and competitive differentiation.
  • Participate in regular team meetings with department and team leadership to ensure goal alignment and consistent follow-up on key initiatives.
Client Development & Relationship Management
  • Identify and advance cross-selling collaboration and client expansion opportunities leveraging existing firm relationships and geographic footprint.
  • Oversee the development curation and updating of marketing collateral including proposals pitch materials client alerts presentations and website content ensuring compliance with Firm brand guidelines.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for Request for Proposals (RFPs) and pitch efforts where select Corporate Department teams are being engaged.
  • Design and implement strategies for high-visibility client events sponsorships speaking engagements and signature Firm events to strengthen client relationships and market standing.
Marketing Communications & Content Leadership
  • Oversee the development curation and updating of marketing collateral including proposals pitch materials client alerts presentations and website content ensuring compliance with Firm brand guidelines.
  • Collaborate with select Corporate Department teams to create thought leadership assets digital and print advertising associated with sponsorships and campaign materials.
  • Monitor market trends competitor activities and industry developments to inform content strategy and identify corporate opportunities for proactive media engagement.
Budgeting Technology & Reporting
  • Strategically allocate practice and team marketing budgets to ensure the highest return on sponsorships events speaking engagements and other business development initiatives.
  • Evaluate the performance and impact of marketing activities to continually direct resources toward the most effective opportunities.
  • Lead the development and management of annual budgets for designated Corporate Department teams ensuring alignment with departmental marketing goals and priorities.
  • Lead the deployment and utilization of marketing technology applications (CRM/ERM event management proposal generation) within the Corporate Department.
  • Track and report on key performance indicators including ROI for marketing and business development activities budget performance and progress against strategic objectives.
  • Provide regular updates to leadership on departmental marketing and business development activities.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Mentor manage and develop a high-performing team of business development and marketing professionals fostering a culture of excellence collaboration and innovation.
  • Elevate attorney business development skills through structured coaching training and educational programs.
  • Play a key role in the onboarding and integration of lateral partners and attorneys to the select teams within the Corporate Department working closely with the Lateral Success Team to ensure a smooth transition and strong early engagement.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Business Development and other senior managers to ensure best practices and cross-team synergy.
Desired Qualifications
Education
Bachelors degree is a requirement advanced degree in Business Marketing Communications or related field preferred.
Experience


Minimum of 7 years in legal or professional services marketing; at least 5 years in a manager-level business development/marketing role at an Am Law 100 firm or similar environment. Prior experience supporting M&A private equity and technology transactions teams is highly desirable.
Strategic
Acumen
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute innovative results-driven business development strategies for corporate or transactional practices.
Leadership
Proven ability to lead mentor and develop high-performing teams; experience managing complex cross-functional projects and initiatives.
Communication

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated success building relationships with high-level clients and internal stakeholders.
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency with MS Office CRM/ERM systems marketing technology platforms and data analytics tools.
Marketing
Knowledge

In-depth understanding of law firm economics service offerings and market dynamics; ability to identify and act on revenue growth opportunities.
Professionalism
High level of emotional intelligence executive-level judgment and discretion when handling confidential matters.
Flexibility
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and shift priorities in a fast-paced high-performance environment. Occasional travel required.

To Apply: Please email your resume to:

Craig Fleck
Vice President
Chelsea Search Group
1777 Laurelwood Way
Oceanside CA 92056


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