Strategic Practice Growth Manager

JAMS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JAMS in Houston seeks a Practice Development professional to expand exposure for Panelists and drive regional development initiatives. You will collaborate with panelists, associates, and clients on strategic plans, coordinate events, and promote JAMS offerings across law firms and corporations.

Role involves researching markets, producing content with marketing, and managing communications to support regional growth. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business, operations, management or related field.
• 2-4 years in business/practice development is required.
• 1-3 years in legal and client service role is a plus.
• 1-3 years internal candidate experience as a Practice Development Coordinator or similar is required.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of assigned markets, target practice areas and panelist preferences.
• Understanding of the legal industry including court processes and terminology.
• 20% local, regional and national travel is expected.

Responsibilities

• Build complex practices of Panelists through strategic development plans and document market plans.
• Collaborate to develop and execute practice development strategy; conduct market and competitive research.
• Liaise with law firms and corporations to promote JAMS; plan and host events to raise profile.
• Create content with Panelists and Marketing Communications (articles, blogs, bios).
• Prepare timely internal and external communications for regions and initiatives.
• Ensure Panelists meet annual goals and adjust plans as needed.
• Coordinate RFPs and present to prospective clients.
• Monitor and control practice development budget for assigned markets.
• Perform other duties within similar scope.

Skills

Experience in practice development

Legal client service experience

Practice development coordination

Legal industry knowledge

Software proficiency

Markets and panelists knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations/Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JAMS in Houston seeks a Practice Development professional to expand exposure for Panelists and drive regional development initiatives. You will collaborate with panelists, associates, and clients on strategic plans, coordinate events, and promote JAMS offerings across law firms and corporations.

Role involves researching markets, producing content with marketing, and managing communications to support regional growth. Travel up to 20% is expected.