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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 1 day ago
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