Manager – Business Development (Litigation)

SourcePro Search, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking a Manager – Business Development (Litigation) in New York to partner with senior lawyers and global BD teams to drive client growth and strengthen the litigation profile.

You will lead business development plans, identify opportunities, and oversee pitches, RFPs, and directory submissions while mentoring junior BD staff and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent execution.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of business development experience in a law firm, financial institution, or professional services environment.
• Prior experience supporting litigation practices in a top-tier U.S. law firm.
• Excellent writing, editing, analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development plans with Litigation Group partners.
• Identify new business opportunities, referral sources, prospective clients, and strategic sponsorships.
• Conduct research on companies, industries, litigation exposure, courts, regulators, and legal needs.
• Lead pitches, RFP responses, proposals, and other partner- and client-facing marketing materials.
• Oversee submissions for Chambers USA and other legal directories.
• Maintain and update practice materials, lawyer biographies, matter descriptions, and BD activity records.
• Guide partners in prioritizing high-value business development opportunities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior BD team members.
• Coordinate with global BD teams to ensure consistent execution and information sharing.
• Collaborate with Communications, Events, Competitive Intelligence, and Creative Services on strategic initiatives.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, information security, professionalism, and client service.

Skills

BD experience

Litigation knowledge

Executive communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

JD, MBA, or relevant graduate degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

CRM

Research platforms

Job description

Manager – Business Development (Litigation)

New York, NY

A leading global law firm is seeking a Manager – Business Development (Litigation) to partner with senior lawyers and global business development teams in driving client growth, developing new business opportunities, and strengthening the Firm’s litigation profile.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute business development plans with Litigation Group partners.
• Identify new business opportunities, referral sources, prospective clients, and strategic sponsorships.
• Conduct research on companies, industries, litigation exposure, courts, regulators, and legal needs.
• Lead pitches, RFP responses, proposals, and other partner- and client-facing marketing materials.
• Oversee submissions for Chambers USA and other legal directories.
• Maintain and update practice materials, lawyer biographies, matter descriptions, and BD activity records.
• Guide partners in prioritizing high-value business development opportunities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior BD team members.
• Coordinate with global BD teams to ensure consistent execution and information sharing.
• Collaborate with Communications, Events, Competitive Intelligence, and Creative Services on strategic initiatives.
• Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, information security, professionalism, and client service.

What You’ll Bring

• 7+ years of business development experience in a law firm, financial institution, or professional services environment.
• Prior experience supporting litigation practices in a top-tier U.S. law firm.
• Strong understanding of the litigation lifecycle, terminology, courts, and regulators.
• Experience with business writing and presenting to executive- and partner-level audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; JD, MBA, or relevant graduate degree is a plus.
• Excellent writing, editing, analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, CRM, experience management, and research platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a polished, professional presence.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a global team.
• Commitment to excellence, professionalism, and continuous development.