National Director of Business Development - Legal Growth

Lépine Talent inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lépine Talent inc., a national law firm, seeks an experienced business development leader to drive growth across Canada from its Toronto base.

Reporting to the executive team, the Director will focus on revenue growth, market strategy, client development and leading a BD team.

The ideal candidate has at least ten years in business development (legal or professional services), a bachelor's degree in business or marketing, and a proven record of strategic, relationship-driven growth.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of business development experience, preferably in legal or professional services.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field; MBA considered an asset.
• Proven success in revenue growth and senior-level client development.
• Strong leadership and team management experience.
• Strategic, analytical and results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent executive communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the firm’s national business development strategy.
• Identify market trends, growth opportunities, and priority sectors.
• Collaborate with partners and practice group leaders to strengthen client relationships and cross-practice opportunities.
• Lead proposals, pitches, and presentations for key clients and prospective business.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide strategic market intelligence.
• Represent the firm at industry and networking events.
• Lead, mentor, and support the business development team.
• Establish effective processes that deliver measurable results.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Executive communication

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing

MBA (asset)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM platforms

Job description

Lépine Talent inc., a national law firm, seeks an experienced business development leader to drive growth across Canada from its Toronto base.

Reporting to the executive team, the Director will focus on revenue growth, market strategy, client development and leading a BD team.

The ideal candidate has at least ten years in business development (legal or professional services), a bachelor's degree in business or marketing, and a proven record of strategic, relationship-driven growth.