Senior Business Development Manager – Funds

tml Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

tml Partners in New York seeks a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth for its Investment Funds practice, shaping strategy and client outreach.

You will lead cross-border initiatives between the US and UK markets, craft tailored client materials, and oversee major pitches. Collaboration with leadership and partners is essential to success in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services or law firm setting.
• Ability to translate market dynamics into actionable growth plans.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute sophisticated business development strategies.
• Identify cross-border opportunities and align US/UK market activities.
• Oversee delivery of tailored client materials and lead major pitches.

Skills

BD strategy

Cross-border

Client materials

Pitching

Stakeholder management

Tools

CRM

Market research

Job description

A prestigious global law firm, renowned for its involvement in some of the most high-profile and complex legal matters in the marketplace, is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to join its premier Investment Funds practice. This is a pivotal, partner-facing role designed to drive the strategic growth of a market-leading platform that operates at the highest levels of the international financial landscape. Based in New York, the successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the commercial direction of the practice across both US and UK markets, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of the industry.

Working in close collaboration with senior leadership and a network of high-performing partners, the role involves the creation and execution of sophisticated business development strategies. You will be responsible for identifying cross-border opportunities and ensuring a seamless, unified approach to the market. Beyond high-level strategy, you will oversee the delivery of tailored client materials, lead on significant pitches, and coordinate with a dedicated business intelligence function to stay ahead of competitive trends. This position offers a unique vista point within the firm, allowing you to influence key client initiatives and foster meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute professional with a deep understanding of the private capital and investment vehicle landscape. You will possess a sophisticated communication style and the ability to navigate a demanding, fast-paced environment with poise and precision. Extensive experience in a professional services or law firm setting is essential, as is the ability to think critically about complex market dynamics and translate them into actionable growth plans. You should be adept at managing diverse projects simultaneously, from high-level strategic planning to the oversight of junior team members and the refinement of marketing assets.

A background in supporting transactional practices and a proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders are vital for success in this position. You will be a natural collaborator who thrives in a culture of excellence, bringing a resourceful and diligent approach to every challenge. Proficiency in leveraging data to inform decision-making and a familiarity with industry-standard research tools will be highly advantageous. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious business development leader to make a tangible impact within one of the world’s most respected legal institutions.