Business Development Manager

SR Staffing; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Business Development Manager for a high-profile Corporate (PE/M&A) or Transactional (Funds) practice. The role includes developing BD strategies and collaborating with senior partners. Candidates should have over 5 years of marketing experience in law firms and strong communication skills. This position is full-time and offers significant visibility and contribution to practice growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BD or marketing experience in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Strong understanding of litigation, antitrust, or regulatory enforcement.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proactive, strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys to develop and execute BD strategies for Corporate matters.
• Lead client targeting, pitch development, and market research initiatives.
• Collaborate on thought leadership, events, and cross-practice marketing efforts.
• Monitor industry trends and identify opportunities for client engagement and growth.
• Support strategic planning for key client relationships and visibility initiatives.

Skills

Business Development in Law Firms

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Business Development Manager – Corporate/Transactional

Candidate needs to be coming from BD within a top 200 AmLaw firm.

A top AmLaw firm is seeking a strategic Business Development Manager to support its high-profile Corporate (PE/M&A) or Transactional (Funds) practices. This role offers direct exposure to senior partners and the opportunity to shape BD strategy across complex, high-stakes matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with attorneys to develop and execute BD strategies for Corporate matters.
• Lead client targeting, pitch development, and market research initiatives.
• Collaborate on thought leadership, events, and cross-practice marketing efforts.
• Monitor industry trends and identify opportunities for client engagement and growth.
• Support strategic planning for key client relationships and visibility initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of BD or marketing experience in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Strong understanding of litigation, antitrust, or regulatory enforcement.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proactive, strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset.

This is a high-impact role with visibility across the firm and the chance to contribute meaningfully to practice growth and client development.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Marketing

Industries

Legal Services and Law Practice