Hybrid Litigation BD Manager — Growth & Strategy

Ballard Spahr LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Spahr LLP in Washington, DC seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager to support Litigation practice groups including Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs. You will develop and execute BD strategies, strengthen client relationships, and drive market growth while collaborating with attorneys and marketing leaders.

The role emphasizes strategic positioning, content development for pitches/RFPs, and managing BD budgets.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional services marketing experience, preferably in legal marketing and BD.
• Experience supporting antitrust, securities litigation, white collar, or government affairs groups in a large law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication, editing, project management, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to identify relationships and raise awareness of firm capabilities with practice and industry groups.
• Promote the firm’s services and align BD efforts with client objectives and targets.
• Maintain a rolling pipeline, forecast targets, and help attorneys achieve goals.

Skills

Growth mindset

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Ballard Spahr LLP in Washington, DC seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager to support Litigation practice groups including Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs. You will develop and execute BD strategies, strengthen client relationships, and drive market growth while collaborating with attorneys and marketing leaders.

The role emphasizes strategic positioning, content development for pitches/RFPs, and managing BD budgets.