Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer

Hinshaw & Culbertson; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer to drive strategic initiatives and enhance market presence. This role involves leadership of the MBD team, development of marketing strategies, and collaboration with firm leaders to align goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal marketing, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in professional services and/or legal marketing.
• Experience leading MBD teams and translating vision into action.
• Strong executive presence and understanding of marketplace trends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on strategic planning and firmwide initiatives.
• Drive implementation of the firm's strategic MBD plan.
• Lead digital marketing strategy and brand positioning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Relationship Management

Marketing Strategy

Data-Driven Insights

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is a national law firm with a strong reputation for litigation, regulatory, and business advisory services serving clients across a range of industries. With a commitment to innovation, client service, and strategic growth, the firm is seeking a forward-thinking marketing and business development (MBD) leader to help drive its next phase of success.

Position overview :

The Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer (CMBDO) will serve as a key member of the firm's leadership team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the firm's growth and market presence. With a strong national footprint, the firm offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic MBD leader to drive strategic initiatives at a high level.

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the CMBDO will bring deep industry experience, innovative thinking, and strong relationship management skills to align marketing and business development strategies with firmwide goals. This is a highly visible role that requires a forward-thinking leader who can elevate the firm's brand, enhance client engagement, and position the firm for continued success in a competitive legal market.

CMBDO Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning and firmwide initiatives.
• Provide vision and leadership to the MBD team, hiring and enabling a high-performing, proactive culture through effective performance management, communication, and ongoing development.
• Develop a clear system for prioritizing marketing and BD efforts across practice groups, offices, and industries to maximize impact with limited resources.
• Identify, implement, and continuously refine marketing strategies, tactics, tools, and procedures utilizing data-driven insights.
• Manage the marketing budget and allocate resources effectively to maximize ROI.
• Oversee vendor relationships for marketing tools and systems.
• Provide clear leadership that establishes credibility with firm leaders, attorneys, staff, and clients.

Business Development

• Drive the implementation of the firm's strategic MBD plan, including proactively evaluating the plan's effectiveness to ensure it continues to meet changing needs and objectives.
• Lead a robust industry group initiative focused on enhancing cross-selling efforts firmwide.
• Develop and lead client retention and growth strategies - including launching client teams and client feedback initiatives - focused on clients with strong profitability and potential for expansion.
• Collaborate with firm leaders to create and implement actionable business development plans for offices, practices, and industries.
• Foster collaboration with other administrative departments to support client growth initiatives.
• Oversee the preparation of client presentations, RFPs, pitches, and directory submissions, ensuring the highest quality work product.
• Manage market research and competitive analysis to enhance marketing efforts.
• Implement training programs to upskill and educate attorneys on industry trends and best practices in marketing and business development.

Marketing and Branding

• Create a cohesive brand strategy that positions the firm as an elite mid-market firm and differentiates it from competitors.
• Lead the firm's digital marketing strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives, brand positioning, and client engagement goals.
• Oversee the development, management, and continuous optimization of the firm's website, ensuring it serves as a dynamic platform for thought leadership, attorney visibility, and business development.
• Lead content strategy for digital channels, including website, email marketing, and social media, ensuring a cohesive brand voice and engagement with key audiences.
• Oversee analytics for website performance and digital campaign metrics, leveraging data-driven insights to refine strategies and maximize impact.
• Work closely with IT and external vendors to ensure website functionality, security, and user experience are optimized.
• Stay ahead of digital marketing trends, evaluating new tools, technologies, and best practices to enhance the firm's online presence and competitive positioning.
• Oversee the execution of high-caliber internal and external events, ensuring maximum ROI.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 10 years' experience in professional services and / or legal marketing.
• Extensive experience leading a team of MBD professionals and translating vision into action.
• Strong executive presence
• Understands marketplace trends and implements innovative solutions and improvements.
• Handles ambiguity, influences others, and finds ways to move initiatives forward to meet critical deadlines and produce results.
• Strong work ethic combined with the flexibility to travel to the firm's other offices, as needed.
• Bachelor's degree required.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm that offers a high level of responsibility, strategic influence, and the ability to contribute to its ongoing success.

We value work-life balance and offer hybrid work arrangements, allowing you to work from both the office and remotely.

To apply, please submit your resume.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE / AA). It does not discriminate in employment practices based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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