BD Manager - Corporate M&A Growth & Client Strategy

Ambition; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition in Houston is seeking a Manager, Business Development – Corporate M&A to drive client development and growth for a leading corporate practice. You will partner with lawyers, clients, and BD leadership to shape strategy and execution across complex transactions.

The role requires experience in law firm or professional services BD, with a focus on corporate, transactional, private equity, or M&A-focused practices.

Qualifications

• Experience driving client development and growth initiatives in professional services.
• Experience translating market insights into actionable BD plans.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.
• Strong presentation and proposal development skills including RFPs.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of client development and growth strategies through market research, client mapping, and opportunity identification.
• Partner with lawyers and BD leadership to develop and implement client plans, track engagement, and strengthen key client relationships.
• Provide market insights and recommendations to enhance client targeting, segmentation, and BD effectiveness.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of tailored pitches, proposals, RFP responses, and capability statements that align with client needs and firm strategy.
• Manage the collection and maintenance of deal experience, credentials, and supporting materials used in BD efforts.
• Work closely with partners, BD colleagues, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistency across initiatives.
• Manage and mentor junior business development professionals, overseeing workflow, quality standards, and professional development.

Skills

Business development

Stakeholder management

Market research

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ambition in Houston is seeking a Manager, Business Development – Corporate M&A to drive client development and growth for a leading corporate practice. You will partner with lawyers, clients, and BD leadership to shape strategy and execution across complex transactions.

The role requires experience in law firm or professional services BD, with a focus on corporate, transactional, private equity, or M&A-focused practices.