M&A & Private Equity BD Leader

Gibson Dunn; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement benefits

Paid days off (vacation and sick)

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Bonuses (discretionary)

Job summary

Gibson Dunn in Dallas is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead business development, marketing, and visibility initiatives for the M&A and Private Equity practices.

Working closely with partners, the Director of Business Development, and colleagues across the firm, the Manager will translate practice and partner priorities into actionable plans to strengthen client relationships and pursue new business.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong written communication.
• Strong project and time management.
• Understanding of the needs and expectations of law firms and multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and outside business hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead business development plans for the M&A and Private Equity practices and assigned regions, aligned with practice priorities and individual partner objectives.
• Support key client initiatives and collaborate with colleagues across practices and offices to identify opportunities to deepen relationships, expand work with existing clients, and pursue prospective clients.
• Lead the strategy, preparation, and delivery of tailored pitches, proposals, and other client-facing materials, partnering with the RFP team as appropriate.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of practice materials, including standard pitch decks, deal lists, matter descriptions, and other credentials.
• Collaborate with colleagues in communications, digital marketing, and other functions to identify and pursue speaking opportunities, media visibility, awards, and legal directory recognition.
• Plan and oversee client events, seminars, conferences, sponsorships, and other targeted marketing activities in coordination with the events team and relevant colleagues.
• Assist the Director with team management, including mentoring junior team members and supporting their professional development.
• Lead additional department and firm projects as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Project management

Time management

Resilience under pressure

MS Office Suite

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Education

University degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gibson Dunn in Dallas is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead business development, marketing, and visibility initiatives for the M&A and Private Equity practices.

Working closely with partners, the Director of Business Development, and colleagues across the firm, the Manager will translate practice and partner priorities into actionable plans to strengthen client relationships and pursue new business.