BD Growth Lead – Sports, Media & Entertainment

DLA Piper; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Manager for the Sports, Media & Entertainment Sector. The role leads strategic growth initiatives, partnering with sector leadership, lawyers, and Marketing & Business Development colleagues to identify, develop and pursue opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and drive go‑to‑market strategies that support sector growth and positioning.

The role requires a business development‑first mindset with experience in a legal or

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or marketing within a professional services environment.
• Ability to lead and drive strategic pursuits and client targeting.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional collaboration across sectors, lawyers, and marketing teams.
• Identify, develop, and pursue business development opportunities.
• Drive go‑to‑market strategies, client engagement, events, and thought leadership initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Cross‑functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

Client development

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Manager for the Sports, Media & Entertainment Sector. The role leads strategic growth initiatives, partnering with sector leadership, lawyers, and Marketing & Business Development colleagues to identify, develop and pursue opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and drive go‑to‑market strategies that support sector growth and positioning.

The role requires a business development‑first mindset with experience in a legal or