Associate Director, Client Development & Growth

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 235,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in Chicago is seeking an Associate Director of Client Development & Engagement to lead a strategic, integrated program across Private Equity, Family Office, Funds, and related practices. You will partner with senior attorneys and office leadership to grow client relationships and drive firm-wide growth objectives.

The role requires 11+ years of experience, strong strategic and leadership capabilities, and the ability to orchestrate multi-practice initiatives within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or MBA preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in business development for professional services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of strategic pitches, proposals, and RFP responses for Family Office and related practices.
• Oversee firm-sponsored events and presentations and manage associated logistics.
• Partner with attorneys to develop client strategies and opportunity pipelines.
• Prepare directory submissions and surveys for relevant directories and publications.
• Guide client-facing materials to align with Firm priorities and capabilities.
• Maintain the Firm’s engagement database and cross-channel experience

Skills

Business development

Communication skills

Project management

Cross-functional

Research & analysis

CRM experience

MS Office skills

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree

JD or MBA preferred

Advertising/Marketing/PR focus

Tools

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

CRM systems

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in Chicago is seeking an Associate Director of Client Development & Engagement to lead a strategic, integrated program across Private Equity, Family Office, Funds, and related practices. You will partner with senior attorneys and office leadership to grow client relationships and drive firm-wide growth objectives.

The role requires 11+ years of experience, strong strategic and leadership capabilities, and the ability to orchestrate multi-practice initiatives within