Business Development Manager (Life Sciences & Healthcare Regulatory and Product Liability Litig[...]

Arnold & Porter; Washington (District of Columbia); Sur place; USD 128 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Discretionary annual bonus

Résumé du poste

Arnold & Porter is hiring a Business Development Manager for its Washington, DC office. This role involves executing business development strategies, leading proposals, and enhancing market visibility in the Life Sciences & Healthcare sectors. Candidates should have at least 6 years of relevant experience and strong project management skills. The anticipated base salary ranges from $128,000 to $180,000, with annual discretionary bonuses possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years of business development or marketing experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience supporting life sciences and healthcare practices strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute business development strategies with practice chairs.
• Lead the development of pitches and proposals.
• Collaborate with BD and Marketing for strategic initiatives.

Connaissances

Business development strategy

Exceptional writing and communication

Project management

Client service orientation

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Outils

CRM systems

AI-enabled tools

Description du poste

Arnold & Porter is a global law firm with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The firm advises clients on complex regulatory, litigation, and transactional matters across a wide range of industries, including more than half of the Fortune 100.

Arnold & Porter is seeking a Business Development Manager to support the continued growth of its Life Sciences & Healthcare Regulatory and Product Liability Litigation practices. This role may be located in our Boston, New York, or Washington, DC office.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Advisory & Practice Support

• Partner with practice chairs and working group leaders to develop and execute business development strategies
• Identify market trends, client opportunities, and competitive positioning to inform growth initiatives
• Drive cross‑selling and collaboration opportunities across practices

Pitches, Proposals & Client Engagement

• Lead the development of high-impact pitches, proposals, and RFP responses
• Shape compelling messaging and value propositions aligned with client needs and firm strengths
• Prepare and coach partners and senior attorneys for client meetings and presentations

Market Positioning & Profile Raising

• Collaborate with BD and Marketing colleagues to execute strategic initiatives leveraging market intelligence and client insights
• Lead directory and award submissions (e.g., Chambers) to enhance market visibility
• Identify and support media, PR, and thought leadership opportunities
• Drive participation in sponsorships, conferences, and speaking engagements

Events, Campaigns & Content

• Oversee development of marketing collateral and digital content in collaboration with Marketing Communications
• Coordinate client events, webinars, and targeted campaigns aligned with strategic priorities

Data, Reporting & Financial Management

• Develop and manage practice budgets; track and evaluate ROI on BD initiatives
• Utilize CRM and other tools to track activity, support client targeting, and inform decision‑making

Lateral Integration

• Support integration of lateral partners through targeted client development planning and coordinated BD efforts

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor junior BD team members
• Provide guidance on pitches, proposals, directory submissions, and marketing materials
• Contribute to a collaborative, high‑performing team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus
• Minimum of 6+ years of business development or marketing experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
• Experience supporting life sciences and healthcare practices strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of business development strategy within a professional services context
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong client service orientation and ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders
• Experience with CRM systems, experience management tools (e.g., Foundation), and AI‑enabled tools preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously

The anticipated base salary for this position is $128,000 to $180,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

The firm may provide a discretionary bonus annually.