Litigation BD Strategist & Growth Leader

Ballard Spahr LLP; San Francisco (CA); 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. This hybrid role partners with leadership to drive growth, client relationships, and market opportunities.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of professional services marketing experience, strong communication and project management skills, and CRM proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 5+ years in professional services marketing, preferably legal marketing.
• Strong writing/editing, project management, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience supporting Antitrust, Securities Litigation, White Collar, and Government Affairs is valued.

Responsibilities

• Identify relationships and raise awareness of firm capabilities with practice groups and industry orgs.
• Promote services and align with client objectives and targets.
• Maintain a rolling pipeline; forecast opportunities and assist attorneys in achieving goals.
• Collaborate with Practice Group Leaders on strategic BD plans.
• Lead BD strategy for events, conferences, sponsorships, and related marketing activities.
• Provide messaging, pitches, and RFP content guidance.

Skills

Growth Mindset

Communication

Detail-Oriented

CRM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Related field

Tools

CRM

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. This hybrid role partners with leadership to drive growth, client relationships, and market opportunities.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of professional services marketing experience, strong communication and project management skills, and CRM proficiency.