Senior BD Manager, Transactions — Hybrid

Wilmerhale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 181,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match and profit‑‑

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

WilmerHale in New York is seeking a Business Development Manager for the Transactional Department to lead BD initiatives and support pitches, RFPs, market research, and tailored client materials.

You will manage events, sponsorships, client databases, and relationships with partners across offices, while mentoring junior team members and coordinating with the Clients & Markets group to maximize ROI.

Qualifications

• Strong independent thinking and professional judgment.
• Excellent project management and ability to handle multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development projects and initiatives for the Transactional Department.
• Develop pitches and presentations tailored to client needs.
• Provide strategic guidance to attorneys and coordinate with Clients & Markets team.
• Maintain relationships with partners and offices nationwide.
• Oversee events, sponsorships, and marketing materials for visibility.
• Manage data in the firm’s CRM and content systems.

Skills

Project management

Client service

Strategic advisory

Relationship building

Communication

Research

Team mentorship

MS Office

InterAction

PitchBook

Education

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Foundation

PitchBook

InterAction

ON24

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WilmerHale in New York is seeking a Business Development Manager for the Transactional Department to lead BD initiatives and support pitches, RFPs, market research, and tailored client materials.

You will manage events, sponsorships, client databases, and relationships with partners across offices, while mentoring junior team members and coordinating with the Clients & Markets group to maximize ROI.