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Business Development Manager - AmLaw 40 Firm

Boston Hale

Business Development & Marketing Manager - Life Sciences, Venture Capital, Technology

Locations: San Francisco, Palo Alto, Boston (Hybrid)

An elite global AM Law 100 firm is looking for a commercially minded Business Development & Marketing Manager to support its high-growth Life Sciences and Technology practice.

This is a standout opportunity to work alongside industry-leading partners advising some of the world’s most exciting biotech, healthcare, venture-backed, and emerging technology companies — from disruptive start-ups through to global market leaders.

You’ll play a key role in helping drive client growth, strengthening relationships across the venture capital ecosystem, and positioning the firm at the centre of innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Partner directly with senior stakeholders and high-profile attorneys to drive strategic client development
  • Build and strengthen relationships with founders, investors, venture capital funds, and innovative growth companies
  • Lead impactful business development campaigns, pitches, and client initiatives
  • Create compelling marketing materials and thought leadership content
  • Deliver market intelligence and competitive insights to support growth strategies
  • Coordinate sponsorships, speaking opportunities, and major industry events
  • Track pipeline activity and business development performance through CRM systems
  • Collaborate across multiple practice areas on cross-sector opportunities

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years’ experience in business development in a law firm
  • Strong commercial instincts with excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
  • Strong communication, project management, and research capabilities
  • Experience supporting senior executives or partners is highly desirable
  • Interest in life sciences, venture capital, or emerging technologies preferred

Why Join?

  • Work with some of the most innovative companies and investors in the world
  • High-visibility role with direct access to senior leadership
  • Strong career progression opportunities within a globally recognised brand
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture
  • Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and excellent benefits
  • Flexible hybrid working model

If you enjoy operating at the intersection of innovation, investment, and strategic growth, this is an exceptional opportunity to accelerate your career.

Vacancy posted 19 hours ago
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