Sr. Business Development Manager

SR Staffing; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Senior BD Manager to spearhead growth initiatives within the innovation ecosystem. The role involves building relationships with venture capitalists, private equity firms, and founders, while driving strategic partnerships. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in business development, particularly in tech or legal sectors, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers a full-time employment opportunity in San Francisco.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of BD or strategic partnerships experience, ideally in legal, tech, or investment sectors.
• Strong understanding of the innovation ecosystem.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to think creatively and drive initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Build and deepen relationships with VCs, PE firms, and founders.
• Identify partnership opportunities and engagement programs.
• Align BD strategy with market trends.
• Position the firm as a go-to advisor in the innovation economy.

Skills

Business Development

Relationship Building

Strategic Partnerships

Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Job description

Overview

A leading global law firm is hiring a Senior BD Manager to drive platform growth initiatives across the innovation ecosystem. This is a strategic, outward-facing role focused on expanding the firm’s reach and influence among key players in tech, venture capital, private equity, and the broader startup landscape.

What You’ll Do

• Build and deepen relationships with VCs, PE firms, founders, and other ecosystem stakeholders
• Identify partnership opportunities and scalable engagement programs
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align BD strategy with market trends
• Bring insights from the startup and investment world into the firm’s client development approach
• Help position the firm as a go-to advisor in the innovation economy

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of BD or strategic partnerships experience, ideally in legal, tech, or investment sectors
• Strong understanding of the innovation ecosystem and how to build influence within it
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to think creatively and drive initiatives from concept to execution

This is not your traditional BD role—it’s about shaping how the firm engages with the market and builds long-term strategic value.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Marketing

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice