Strategic Legal Business Development Manager (Hybrid)

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP is seeking a Business Development Manager in New York to uphold relations with Transaction attorneys, develop BD strategies, and drive revenue and brand recognition. You will oversee a BD team and the RFP process, shaping proposals and budgets to support client growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration across practice groups, events, and client communications, with a strong focus on leadership, planning, and analytics to achieve targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with CRM software is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Ability to analyze client needs and develop BD strategies.
• Ability to travel and accommodate flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage the workflow and performance of the Business Development team, including ongoing feedback and annual evaluations.
• Identify opportunities for new business, client growth, and cross-selling; prepare proposals for practice group leaders and partners.
• Oversee lateral partner integration programs with plans, progress tracking, and reporting.
• Lead RFP management for the designated practice area, develop strategic responses, review materials and presentations.
• Monitor and manage the BD budget for the employment practice group.
• Collaborate with attorneys to set BD goals and monitor progress.
• Oversee execution of client and practice group events.
• Review collateral for the practice group (brochures, one-pagers, presentations).
• Monitor client and industry trends.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Strong organizational skills

Strong leadership skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Confidential information handling

Travel and flexible hours

Independent and self-directed

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP is seeking a Business Development Manager in New York to uphold relations with Transaction attorneys, develop BD strategies, and drive revenue and brand recognition. You will oversee a BD team and the RFP process, shaping proposals and budgets to support client growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration across practice groups, events, and client communications, with a strong focus on leadership, planning, and analytics to achieve targets.