Business Development Manager

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

CLE training

Job summary

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP seeks a strategic business development partner to drive high‑impact initiatives within designated Practice Groups. You will own projects from concept through execution, collaborating with attorneys to shape plans that strengthen client relationships and market presence.

This is a non‑sales role focused on strategy, ownership, and measurable results. You will lead RFPs, create collateral, coordinate events, and work with Marketing and digital teams to enhance

Qualifications

• Experience supporting attorneys on business development initiatives.
• Strong project management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Comfortable operating in a high accountability professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary business development partner to assigned Practice Groups, managing initiatives from concept through execution.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop, implement, and track Practice Group business plans.
• Support client growth by identifying targets, strengthening relationships, and enabling cross‑servicing—not selling.
• Lead RFPs, pitches, and presentations, coordinating with attorney teams and managing timelines and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain practice collateral, brochures, website content, experience database, and attorney bios.
• Manage legal directory submissions, rankings, and surveys.
• Partner with Marketing Communications on media opportunities, advertising, and profile‑raising initiatives.
• Coordinate events and sponsorships and represent the Firm at select business and community events as requested.
• Attend and participate in Practice Group meetings and retreats; report on initiatives and results.
• Assist with business development budgeting, tracking, and reporting.
• Facilitate planning, implementation, and follow‑up for new business opportunities.
• Actively support cross‑servicing between Practice Groups.
• Strategize with Practice Group Leaders and the Marketing Technology Team on digital marketing initiatives.
• Work closely with Business Development Coordinators on day‑to‑day projects and to provide coaching and mentoring.
• Support lateral attorney integration within assigned Practice Groups.
• Monitor market and industry trends to help position the Firm competitively.
• Travel to offices across the firm footprint and to Practice Group and Firm events as requested.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

BD experience in law firms

Job description

This position partners with leading Practice Group(s) to deliver high-impact business development initiatives that strengthen client relationships, drive revenue, and enhance market visibility.

This is a non‑sales role—no quotas, no cold calling, and no responsibility for client origination. The focus is on strategy, project ownership, and delivering results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary business development partner to assigned Practice Groups, managing initiatives from concept through execution
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop, implement, and track Practice Group business plans
• Support client growth by identifying targets, strengthening relationships, and enabling cross‑servicing—not selling
• Lead RFPs, pitches, and presentations, coordinating with attorney teams and managing timelines and deliverables
• Develop and maintain practice collateral, brochures, website content, experience database, and attorney bios
• Manage legal directory submissions, rankings, and surveys
• Partner with Marketing Communications on media opportunities, advertising, and profile‑raising initiatives
• Coordinate events and sponsorships and represent the Firm at select business and community events as requested
• Attend and participate in Practice Group meetings and retreats; report on initiatives and results.
• Assist with business development budgeting, tracking, and reporting
• Facilitate planning, implementation, and follow‑up for new business opportunities
• Actively support cross‑servicing between Practice Groups
• Strategize with Practice Group Leaders and the Marketing Technology Team on digital marketing initiatives
• Work closely with Business Development Coordinators on day‑to‑day projects and to provide coaching and mentoring
• Support lateral attorney integration within assigned Practice Groups
• Monitor market and industry trends to help position the Firm competitively
• Travel to offices across the firm footprint and to Practice Group and Firm events as requested

Who Should Apply:

• Law firm BD professionals with experience supporting attorneys
• Candidates who thrive in project management, execution, and strategic planning
• Professionals who enjoy influencing without selling and partnering with senior stakeholders
• Detail‑oriented self‑starters who can manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Individuals comfortable working in a high‑accountability, professional services environment

Who Should Not Apply:

• Sales professionals looking for quotas, commissions, or client origination credit
• Candidates seeking pure event planning or marketing communications roles
• Entry‑level marketers without law firm or professional services experience
• Anyone who prefers loose structure or minimal accountability

Why This Role Stands Out:

• High visibility with Practice Group leadership
• Strategic, consultative work with real ownership
• No sales pressure—this role is about enabling attorney success

Why Join Bradley?

We offer more than just a job — we provide a place to build your career. Bradley offers:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
• Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.