Hybrid Business Development Manager, Litigation Growth

Ballard Spahr LLP; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to support the Litigation practice including Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs. You will partner with leadership to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and identify market opportunities.

The role requires strategic BD execution, collaboration across teams, and budget management. The position is hybrid with a 3-day in-office schedule, offering opportunities to shape firm-wide and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional services marketing experience, with preference for legal marketing and BD expertise.
• Experience supporting Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs practice groups is highly valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication, editing, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify relationships and raise awareness of firm capabilities with practice/industry organizations.
• Promote services aligned to clients' objectives and targets.
• Maintain a rolling pipeline with forecasts and goal achievement support for attorneys.
• Collaborate with Practice Group Leaders to develop BD plans and budgets.
• Lead BD strategy for events, conferences, sponsorships, and related marketing activities.
• Provide guidance on positioning, messaging, and content for pitches, proposals, and RFPs.

Skills

Growth mindset

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to support the Litigation practice including Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs. You will partner with leadership to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and identify market opportunities.

The role requires strategic BD execution, collaboration across teams, and budget management. The position is hybrid with a 3-day in-office schedule, offering opportunities to shape firm-wide and