Business Development Manager

Must live locally. - 3 days in office 2 from home. Seeking a strategic and collaborative Manager, Business Development to support our M&A and Corporate practices in our Washington, D.C. office. This role partners closely with senior leadership and attorneys to drive business development initiatives, strengthen client relationships, and elevate the firm’s market presence across transactional practices. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with strong law firm business development experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple high‑profile initiatives in a fast‑paced environment. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Strategic Growth Lead and execute marketing and business development initiatives for transactional practice groups, including client targeting programs and pursuit teams Develop high-quality pitches, proposals, presentations, capability statements, and marketing materials tailored to prospective clients Manage sales pipeline activity and support attorneys with lead development, pitching strategy, and follow‑up Identify cross‑practice and cross‑regional opportunities to drive client growth and collaboration Maintain accurate practice experience and business development data within Firm systems and CRM platforms Collaborate with senior business development leadership to implement strategic plans and track progress against business objectives Coordinate market research, competitive intelligence, and client briefings in preparation for meetings, pitches, and events Profile Raising & Thought Leadership Support initiatives that enhance the visibility and reputation of the Firm and transactional practices through events, sponsorships, PR, rankings, awards, and social media Lead legal directory and award submissions, ensuring compelling and accurate practice positioning Monitor market and industry trends and collaborate on client alerts, articles, and related thought leadership content Events & Client Engagement Manage strategic planning and execution of client events, conferences, and speaking engagements Prepare attendee analyses and customized materials to maximize engagement opportunities Track post‑event follow‑up and client activity within CRM systems Leadership & Operations Provide oversight, mentorship, and feedback to junior team members Support hiring, onboarding, and training initiatives Manage resources effectively while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism Qualifications Candidate must have large law firm experience. Minimum of 750 attorneys. Minimum 7 years of business development and marketing experience within a law firm environment Experience supporting transactional, corporate, or M&A practices strongly preferred Strong proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), and business development technologies Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong project management and organizational abilities with meticulous attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and stakeholder management skills Flexibility to travel occasionally and adjust hours as business needs require #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential