Strategic M&A Client Growth Manager

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett; Town of Boston (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Manager, Client Development & Engagement for the Mergers & Acquisitions practice. You will partner with senior leaders to drive BD plans, manage client relationships, and oversee communications, research and events to support growth.

You will coordinate materials, run competitive analyses, and mentor junior team members while ensuring cross‑functional collaboration across the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Major in Marketing, English, Communications, Advertising or related field preferred.
• J.D. is preferred for the role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Client Development & Engagement team and Partners to implement BD strategies for the M&A practice.
• Support pitches, RFP responses, and internal presentations.
• Coordinate profile-raising and PR/communications initiatives, including events and media opportunities.
• Maintain up-to-date practice descriptions and engagement lists.
• Conduct competitive intelligence, market research, and client analyses.
• Oversee directory submissions and survey responses.
• Manage client events and coordinate logistics.
• Maintain engagement databases and deal experiences across channels.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to onboarding and training.

Skills

Team leadership

Client relationships

Project management

Communication skills

Research & analysis

MS Office

Discretion & diplomacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Major in Marketing, English, Communications, Advertising or related field

J.D.

Tools

Content Pilot

Foundation

CRM systems

Job description

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is seeking a Manager, Client Development & Engagement for the Mergers & Acquisitions practice. You will partner with senior leaders to drive BD plans, manage client relationships, and oversee communications, research and events to support growth.

You will coordinate materials, run competitive analyses, and mentor junior team members while ensuring cross‑functional collaboration across the firm.