Strategic BD Director for Legal Services

WFB Perkins Coie LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 178,080 - 320,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid sabbaticals

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Accrued paid time off starting at 20 days annually

Job summary

WFB Perkins Coie LLP is looking for a Business Development Director (BDD) in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves driving new business opportunities and supporting lawyers in expanding client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience generating revenue, particularly with C-suite executives, and will demonstrate strong collaboration skills.

The position comes with a competitive compensation range between $178,080.00 and $320,660.00 annually, along with various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of success in generating new revenue through existing and prospective clients.
• Proven track record assessing business development objectives.
• Experience in legal or other professional services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize business opportunities with lawyers and marketing colleagues.
• Support efforts to elevate the firm’s profile and visibility.
• Collaborate on lead generation programs and campaigns.

Skills

Executive presence

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability

Collaboration skills

Knowledge of business development strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced degree (MS, MA, MBA, JD)

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

WFB Perkins Coie LLP is looking for a Business Development Director (BDD) in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves driving new business opportunities and supporting lawyers in expanding client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience generating revenue, particularly with C-suite executives, and will demonstrate strong collaboration skills.

The position comes with a competitive compensation range between $178,080.00 and $320,660.00 annually, along with various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.