Litigation BD Manager - Hybrid, Growth & Strategy

Ballard Spahr LLP; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking an accomplished Business Development Manager to support Litigation practices including Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs. The role partners with department leadership to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and identify market opportunities.

This hybrid position requires three days in the office and travel as needed. The BD Manager will develop and execute comprehensive BD strategies, manage budgets, coach teams, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least five years in professional services marketing, preferably legal marketing.
• Experience supporting Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs practice groups in a large law firm.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, editing, and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify relationships and raise awareness of firm capabilities with target practice/industry groups.
• Promote services and align efforts with client objectives and targets.
• Maintain a rolling pipeline; forecast targets and help attorneys achieve goals.
• Partner with Practice Group Leaders to build strategic BD plans.
• Lead BD strategy for events, conferences, sponsorships, and related marketing activities.
• Advise on positioning, messaging, and content for pitches and RFPs.
• Assist with budgets, evaluating ROI of BD/marketing spend.
• Provide BD coaching in group and one-on-one settings.
• Develop target lists and opportunities for new business.
• Market lawyers' services in industry/forums through thought leadership.
• Maintain and curate relevant practice content and materials.
• Some travel may be required.

Skills

Growth mindset

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking an accomplished Business Development Manager to support Litigation practices including Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs. The role partners with department leadership to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and identify market opportunities.

This hybrid position requires three days in the office and travel as needed. The BD Manager will develop and execute comprehensive BD strategies, manage budgets, coach teams, and