IP Transactions BD Lead (Hybrid)

Ropes & Gray LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

Ropes & Gray LLP in New York seeks a high‑performing Business Development Manager for the IP Transactions practice to drive strategic BD and marketing initiatives. You will collaborate with partners and multi‑discipline teams to grow client relationships, plan pitches and RFPs, and oversee events that raise the firm’s profile in IP‑driven markets.

The role requires strong client servicing, excellent project management, and the ability to translate market insights into actionable BD plans within

Qualifications

• Superior client service skills.
• Ability to establish credibility with lead partners and key stakeholders.
• Proactive and forward-thinking with initiative.
• Strong organization, communication and project management skills.
• Experience writing in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development and marketing efforts to generate new business and improve market visibility for the IP Transactions Practice Group.
• Collaborate with partners and global teams to implement BD plans for target clients, including budgets and joint initiatives.
• Manage existing client relationships and pursue new engagements with universities, academic medical centers, research institutes, and technology transfer offices.
• Lead large pitches, proposals, and RFPs, including team leadership and content development.
• Oversee event strategy and post-event pipeline tracking.

Skills

Superior client service skills

Ability to establish credibility with

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or JD preferred

Job description

Ropes & Gray LLP in New York seeks a high‑performing Business Development Manager for the IP Transactions practice to drive strategic BD and marketing initiatives. You will collaborate with partners and multi‑discipline teams to grow client relationships, plan pitches and RFPs, and oversee events that raise the firm’s profile in IP‑driven markets.

The role requires strong client servicing, excellent project management, and the ability to translate market insights into actionable BD plans within