Senior Manager, Business Development

Gainor Staffing; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm in San Francisco is looking for a Senior Manager of Business Development with at least 10 years of marketing experience. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving growth strategies and managing client relationships, particularly in Emerging Companies and Technology Transactions. Responsibilities include developing impactful client materials and managing strategic initiatives. This position offers a salary range of $180,000 to $235,000 based on experience and includes a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of marketing experience.
• 5+ years in a corporate law firm or related industry.
• Experience supporting practice areas like Emerging Companies & Venture Capital.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth strategy for Emerging Companies & Venture Capital.
• Develop high-impact pitches and client-facing materials.
• Manage sponsorships, awards submissions, and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Marketing experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Team management

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

DealCloud

Foundation

Job description

A leading global law firm is seekinga Senior Manager of Business Development to join the team in San Francisco.

Who You Are

• You have10+ years of marketingexperience and5+ years in a corporate law firm orrelated industry
• Bachelor’s degreerequired; advanced degree, preferred
• Experience supporting practice areas such as Emerging Companies & Venture Capital and Technology Transactions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience withDealCloudor Foundation a plus
• Exceptional writing, communication, and detail orientation
• Demonstrated leadership, team management, and relationship-building capability

WhatYou’llDo

• Lead growth strategy for Emerging Companies & Venture Capital and Technology Transactions
• Track venture financings and market activity; convert intelligence into targeted outreach
• Develop high-impact pitches and client-facing materials
• Drive cross-practice revenue opportunities and profile-raising initiatives
• Manage sponsorships, awards submissions, and strategic partnerships
• Oversee client programs, events, and thought leadership campaigns
• Collaborate with communications on media and digital visibility efforts

What Success Looks Like

• Strong pipeline visibility across high-growth and technology-focused sectors is established
• Cross-practice revenue opportunities are expanded and new matters are generated
• Client proposals are delivered with clarity, precision, and strategic alignment
• Market presence is strengthened through events, recognitions, and partnerships
• Business development operations are executed efficiently and scaled effectively

Salary Range:

$180,000 - $235,000, based on experience

Location:

San Francisco, CA– Hybrid

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.