Business Development Manager

Are you a strategic business development professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment? We're partnering with a prestigious global law firm to identify an experienced Manager, Business Development (M&A) to support one of the firm's most dynamic transactional practices. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside accomplished attorneys and senior leadership, helping shape business development strategy, drive client growth initiatives, and elevate one of the world's leading corporate practices. What You'll Do As the Manager, Business Development (M&A), you'll serve as a strategic advisor and partner to attorneys and firm leadership, leading initiatives that drive client development, strengthen market positioning, and support practice growth. Key responsibilities include: Develop and execute strategic business development and marketing initiatives for the M&A and Corporate practice groups. Partner closely with attorneys to identify new business opportunities and support client development efforts. Lead the development of customized pitches, RFP responses, presentations, and capability statements. Manage sales pipeline activity and help attorneys navigate the full business development lifecycle. Identify cross-selling opportunities across practices and collaborate with stakeholders to maximize client relationships. Support strategic planning by analyzing market trends, competitive intelligence, and business opportunities. Coordinate legal directory submissions, awards, rankings, thought leadership, and profile-raising initiatives. Plan and execute client events, conferences, sponsorships, and speaking engagements. Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members while fostering collaboration and professional growth. Build strong relationships across marketing, communications, attorneys, and firm leadership to deliver exceptional client service. What We're Looking For We're seeking a relationship-driven business development professional who enjoys partnering with attorneys, managing multiple high-profile initiatives, and bringing strategic ideas to life. Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree required. 7+ years of business development and marketing experience within a law firm (required). Experience supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Corporate, Capital Markets, Private Equity, or other transactional practices. Strong experience developing pitches, proposals, presentations, and client-facing marketing materials. Proven ability to build trusted relationships with attorneys and senior stakeholders. Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills. Experience using CRM platforms (InterAction or similar) and Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced hybrid environment. Why This Opportunity? You'll join a highly respected global legal organization known for excellence, collaboration, and innovation. This role offers exceptional visibility, meaningful interaction with firm leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to high-impact client development initiatives while working alongside some of the industry's top legal professionals. If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys building relationships, driving growth, and making an impact,we would love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr