Senior Litigation BD Manager: Growth & Strategy Leader

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager - Litigation to drive structured, measurable client-development activity across practice groups. You will partner with firm leaders, attorneys and Marketing/BD colleagues to orchestrate strategy, pitches and opportunities.

The role emphasizes coaching, cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision making to grow client relationships and market presence across multiple offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; JD/MBA a plus.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible business development or marketing experience (law firm preferred).
• Ability to build trusted relationships with attorneys, leaders and professionals.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills; translate complex information clearly.
• Proficient with MS Office and CRM, proposal-management or related systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop practical business development strategy aligned with firm priorities.
• Identify opportunities within client relationships, referrals and target markets.
• Lead planning discussions, define steps, owners and timelines.
• Coordinate pitches, proposals, RFPs and client presentations.
• Prepare market, industry and competitive research for planning.
• Coach attorneys for client conversations, meetings and relationship-building.
• Align thought leadership, sponsorships and programs with business objectives.
• Maintain CRM data and advocate shared processes.
• Create pipeline reports and insights for leadership decisions.
• Foster cross-office collaboration and cross-selling opportunities.
• Manage multiple projects with attention to detail and client service.
• Improve BD tools, templates and processes; support firm initiatives.

Skills

Business development

Marketing experience

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field

JD or MBA a plus

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Proposal management tools

Job description

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager - Litigation to drive structured, measurable client-development activity across practice groups. You will partner with firm leaders, attorneys and Marketing/BD colleagues to orchestrate strategy, pitches and opportunities.

The role emphasizes coaching, cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision making to grow client relationships and market presence across multiple offices.