Business Development Manager

Role You will be the primary owner of DRC's new business pipeline, from the moment a matter comes in through the delivery of a polished, strategy-forward proposal. The right candidate will also bring attorney-level judgment to evaluating case fit, research design, and DRC's value proposition for specific matters. Core Responsibilities Proposals & Pitch Materials Draft customized proposals for active litigation matters, from intake through final submission Review case materials to identify issues appropriate for judge or jury focus groups Build polished PowerPoint presentations with animations, video, and graphics Draft cover emails and all client-facing correspondence accompanying proposals Conflicts & Intake Own conflicts initiation and coordination for all new matters Gather and verify party, firm, and matter information; flag and Escalate issues Draft and tailor engagement letters; ensure documentation is complete before work begins Case Database & Experience Draft accurate case descriptions for DRC's internal database and website Build representative matter lists for proposals—aligned by jurisdiction, subject matter, and posture What We're Looking For J.D. preferred; exceptional candidates with equivalent litigation experience will be considered At least 5 years of relevant experience Comfortable communicating directly with law firm partners and in‑house counsel Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $165,000–$200,000, depending on experience Bonus eligibility and additional performance‑based incentives Generous health, dental, and vision insurance Unlimited PTO 401(k) participation plan DRC is committed to attracting and retaining exceptional talent. The salary range reflects base pay and is determined by factors including education, qualifications, experience, and location. It does not include overtime compensation, which DRC provides in alignment with state regulations. DRC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr ohio department of rehabilitation and correction (odrc)