Senior BD Director, Corporate & M&A

tml Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

tml Partners, a premier global law firm, seeks a commercially minded BD leader to drive strategic growth for Corporate and M&A practice groups in New York. You will translate market insights into client acquisition plans and oversee high-stakes pursuits.

You will manage senior BD professionals, guide complex pitches, and foster cross-practice collaboration to maximize client engagement across global markets.

Qualifications

• Senior BD leader with experience in complex professional services or law firm environments.
• Supports corporate or M&A practice areas with deep subject matter knowledge in pitching, client account planning, and market positioning.
• Demonstrates ability to lead high-performing teams within matrixed organizations and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic growth and client cultivation for the firm's Corporate and M&A practice groups.
• Manage senior BD team members and oversee high-value proposals and pitches.
• Lead market positioning initiatives and foster cross-practice collaboration to maximize client engagement across global markets.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Pitching

Market intelligence

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

tml Partners, a premier global law firm, seeks a commercially minded BD leader to drive strategic growth for Corporate and M&A practice groups in New York. You will translate market insights into client acquisition plans and oversee high-stakes pursuits.

You will manage senior BD professionals, guide complex pitches, and foster cross-practice collaboration to maximize client engagement across global markets.