Manager, Profile & Client Development

Dentons; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Extended health and mental health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Fitness subsidy

Parental leave top-up

Job summary

Dentons in Edmonton is seeking a Manager, Profile & Client Development to join its team. In this role, you will report to the Director of Profile & Client Development and will be responsible for developing go-to-market strategies and supporting key business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in marketing within a professional services environment and will be skilled in managing client relationships and business development campaigns. You will also lead initiatives that enhance client engagement and drive growth.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in marketing and business development within a professional services environment.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and proactive with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage key client initiatives, including market research and progress tracking.
• Lead business development and profile-raising efforts for key clients.
• Collaborate with the Events team to plan impactful client events.

Skills

Marketing experience

Client relationship management

Project management

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Marketing or Business

Job description

This role is an opportunity for you to join Canada’s Global Law Firm, a firm that offers opportunities to build your career while growing your skills and deepening your expertise.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Profile & Client Development, the Manager, Profile & Client Development partners with senior leadership to develop and execute go-to-market strategies, grow client relationships, and support key business development initiatives. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking strategist—someone who thrives on innovation, spots opportunities in data, and brings fresh ideas to how we engage clients and drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage key client initiatives, including market research, client programming opportunities, progress tracking, and reporting
• Collaborate with global colleagues on key account programs; coordinate client team meetings, initiatives, and cross-functional opportunities
• Lead business development and profile-raising efforts for key clients and strategic initiatives
• Oversee the development and execution of value-added services (e.g., webinars, client programming, and communications) to address market needs
• Monitor competitors and industry trends to identify innovative offerings and support targeted BD campaigns
• Lead the development of compelling pitches that align client needs with firm capabilities and value-added services
• Partner with the Events team to plan and deliver high-impact client events
• Collaborate with the CRM team to enhance and maintain strategic client lists
• Provide clear direction and context when working with cross-functional teams including Business Intelligence, Communications, Creative, CRM, Digital, Events, Proposals, and other Business Services
• Perform other duties as required to support strategic growth and innovation

Requirements

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Marketing or Business, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of experience in marketing and business development within a professional services environment preferred
• Experience managing business development campaigns, initiatives, and key accounts
• Proven passion for building a client‑focused culture and delivering innovative market and business development strategies
• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and proactive with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization
• Ability to quickly absorb new ideas and communicate them clearly to varied audiences
• Highly effective project management, prioritization, and time management skills
• Commitment to meeting internal client needs with flexibility and perseverance
• Bilingualism (French and English) is considered an asset
• Demonstrated commitment to privacy and ethical conduct

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This role is a replacement position.

The target salary range for this position is $105,000 – $116,000, commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Dentons is committed to equitable and competitive compensation. This target range falls within our internal salary ranges, which are based on comparable roles in the external market. We strive to hire, promote, and transfer individuals at the entry point of the range, with consideration given to prior experience, relevant skills, and market conditions.

We recognize that rewarding exceptional talent goes beyond salary. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes inclusive and flexible benefits that support the wellbeing and development of our people. This includes extended health and mental health benefits, paid time off, retirement savings plans, a fitness subsidy, parental leave top-up, and more.

In addition, our learning and development programs—such as mentorship opportunities, employee networks, and leadership development initiatives—are designed to support personal and professional growth.

At Dentons, all candidate screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by people. From time to time, we use AI-enabled tools to assist in enhancing our recruitment process and materials; however, these tools do not screen candidates or make hiring decisions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Dentons Canada, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA) are not just ancillary values, they are foundational to our business. We believe that IDEA is essential to the shared success of our team and our clients. Our forward-thinking and inclusive culture supports the professional development of all our people, enhances the leading services we offer to our clients, and informs our commitment to make a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. As a testament to our commitment to IDEA, we have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employer’s for 16 consecutive years (2011-2026), as well as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2026) for the ninth time.

Dentons Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome your application. All employment decisions, including hiring, will be made without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation.

We are committed to providing you with an inclusive, barrier-free, and accessible workplace to support your success. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, for example as a result of a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].