Senior BD Leader for Global Law Firm Growth

Crowell & Moring LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Vision insurance

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Crowell & Moring LLP, an international law firm with offices worldwide, seeks a Senior Business Development Manager to lead BD initiatives for assigned practice groups and collaborate across the firm to elevate branding and client service. The role reports to a BD Director and works with marketing, pricing, recruiting, and IT teams to execute priorities.

The position emphasizes developing annual BD plans, expanding client relationships, and creating compelling proposals and marketing materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; JD, MBA or related advanced degree may substitute for experience.
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible, related experience including leadership and financial management.
• Strong business development and marketing experience in a professional services firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual business development plans for assigned groups.
• Provide high-level business development guidance based on group experience and market trends.
• Create and refine pitch materials and proposals for opportunities.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop messaging and strategies for lateral recruiting.
• Develop marketing collateral and up-to-date experience lists; manage knowledge management efforts.
• Support client service teams and knowledge management initiatives; assist with firm-wide platforms.

Skills

Business development

Marketing acumen

Brand building

Communication

Project management

Writing & presentation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD/MBA or equivalent

Tools

CRM

Experience management

Job description

Crowell & Moring LLP, an international law firm with offices worldwide, seeks a Senior Business Development Manager to lead BD initiatives for assigned practice groups and collaborate across the firm to elevate branding and client service. The role reports to a BD Director and works with marketing, pricing, recruiting, and IT teams to execute priorities.

The position emphasizes developing annual BD plans, expanding client relationships, and creating compelling proposals and marketing materials.