Senior BD Training Leader & Curriculum Architect

COPAA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Arnold & Porter is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Development Training to design and execute a firmwide BD training program. Lead a multi-tier curriculum aligning with client strategy and growth goals, in partnership with BD Directors, Chief BD & Marketing Officer, and PD team.

The role may be based in New York or Washington, DC, with responsibility for delivering both virtual and in-person training and driving program impact across offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years in business development or attorney professional development.
• Experience coaching attorneys or supporting BD plans.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and AI productivity tools.
• Expertise in instructional design and adult learning.
• Leadership and project management skills in professional services.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a comprehensive BD training curriculum with multiple tracks.
• Deliver select sessions and coordinate internal/external programs firmwide.
• Define success metrics and provide regular reporting on outcomes.
• Build relationships with BD, PD leadership and firm stakeholders.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning principles

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree a plus

Tools

CRM systems

Experience management tools

AI-enabled productivity tools

Job description

Arnold & Porter is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Development Training to design and execute a firmwide BD training program. Lead a multi-tier curriculum aligning with client strategy and growth goals, in partnership with BD Directors, Chief BD & Marketing Officer, and PD team.

The role may be based in New York or Washington, DC, with responsibility for delivering both virtual and in-person training and driving program impact across offices.