Business Development Manager II – Texas Market

Latham & Watkins; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and life insurance

Generous 401k plan

PTO accrual of 23 days

Well-being programs

Job summary

Latham & Watkins is hiring a Business Development Manager II for their Texas Market in Houston. This role involves overseeing business development strategy and executing local growth plans while collaborating with various teams.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to effective management. They should have at least 7-10 years of business development experience, preferably within a legal environment. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required for this role.

Benefits include healthcare, a generous 401k plan, and professional development programs.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of cumulative business development experience.
• Relevant experience within a legal or law firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee business development strategy for the Texas market.
• Build strong relationships with partners and associates.
• Provide research and support for client development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About The Role

The Business Development Manager II – Texas Market is an integral part of Latham’s Markets team. This role will be responsible for overseeing business development (BD) strategy and execution across the Texas market and developing and implementing the Texas market strategy, local growth targets, and regional go‑to‑market plans, while collaborating closely with business development leads supporting the Energy & Infrastructure Group, as well as corporate, litigation, and industry‑focused teams to align Texas priorities with broader strategic objectives. This role will be located in our Houston office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in‑office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Building strong relationships with partners, counsel, and associates in the Texas offices to establish a role as a trusted advisor
• Developing a comprehensive understanding of practices and clients in Texas to drive strategic priorities, including client engagement and relationship building
• Providing research, analysis, and reporting to support the identification and development of new clients and the enhancement of existing client relationships
• Working with partners to shape and execute their business development plans while ensuring alignment with group strategy
• Playing an active role in the integration of lateral partners and the development of junior partners
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess excellent leadership skills, including planning, problem solving, and decision‑making
• Demonstrate a commitment to developing the skills necessary for effective management
• Exhibit superior written and oral communication skills

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• A minimum of 7-10 years of cumulative business development experience
• Relevant experience within a legal or law firm environment, preferably

Benefits & Additional Information

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well‑being programs (e.g., mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well‑being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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Pay Range

USD $190,000.00 - USD $215,000.00 /Yr.