Litigation BD Strategy Leader

Considine Search; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Considine Search seeks a Manager – Business Development (Litigation) based in its New York office to drive business development initiatives, expand client relations and raise the firm’s profile in the litigation practice. You will partner with partners and BD colleagues to craft pitches, manage materials and coordinate with global teams.

The role demands strong writing, analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple partner-facing projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of business development experience in a law firm, financial institution or other professional services environment.
• Experience with business writing and presenting at the executive/partner level.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; JD, MBA or other applicable graduate degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with partners on creating business development plans and executing business development initiatives to generate new business, manage existing and develop new client relationships, and increase visibility.
• Track referral sources and prospective client connections and support partners in maintaining communication with them.
• Guide partners in focusing their entrepreneurial activities on the highest value opportunities.
• Identify new business opportunities and strategic sponsorships tailored to business development goals.
• Conduct research on companies and industries, including litigation exposure and counsel.
• Lead the preparation of pitches, responses to RFPs and marketing materials that effectively communicate the firm’s relevant experience and strengths.
• Work with partners and BD colleagues to ensure timely updating of all marketing materials, including practice and individual biography collateral, with new matter descriptions, achievements and other relevant information.
• Oversee and assist with drafting of submissions for Chambers USA and other legal directories.
• Ensure consistent record-keeping of all BD activity and client outreach.
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior BD team members and assist in developing their skills.
• Coordinate with global BD teams to ensure consistent execution and information sharing.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the following teams: Communications, Events, Competitive Intelligence, Creative Services to promote matter wins, awards and rankings.

Skills

Business development

Litigation

Writing

Editing

Research

Presentation skills

CRM

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

JD or MBA

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

CRM

Experience management

Research platforms

Job description

Considine Search seeks a Manager – Business Development (Litigation) based in its New York office to drive business development initiatives, expand client relations and raise the firm’s profile in the litigation practice. You will partner with partners and BD colleagues to craft pitches, manage materials and coordinate with global teams.

The role demands strong writing, analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple partner-facing projects in a fast-paced environment.