Head of Marketing (Private Credit)

SummaryThe Director, Global Private Markets, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, will serve as the central coordinator and commercial architect of the firm's Global Private Markets initiative. The role requires a highly strategic and relationship-oriented business development professional who can identify market opportunities, connect lawyers across disciplines, drive revenue-generating client initiatives, and ensure the firm's private markets strategy is translated into tangible client engagement and business growth.Location This position can sit in our Palo Alto, San Francisco, New York, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Reston, San Diego, Seattle, Short Hills, or Washington, DC office, and offers a hybrid work schedule.ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipSupport the execution of the Global Private Markets strategy and annual business plan.Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and client needs across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real assets, funds, secondaries, and other private capital markets.Develop and manage strategic growth initiatives aligned with firm leadership objectives.Track key performance indicators and measure initiative success. Client DevelopmentPartner with lawyers to identify cross-selling and relationship expansion opportunities across the private markets ecosystem.Develop client targeting strategies focused on institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, asset managers, sponsors, family offices, and portfolio companies.Support the creation of account plans for priority clients.Market Intelligence and Commercial InsightsBuild and maintain intelligence on key market developments, competitor activity, capital flows, and investment trends.Identify areas where changing private capital structures create opportunities for new legal services.Produce executive-level reporting and strategic recommendations for initiative leadership.Profile Raising and Thought LeadershipCoordinate the firm's private markets thought leadership strategy.Work with communications and marketing teams to elevate the firm's market profile.Internal EngagementDevelop messaging and business development tools that help lawyers understand and articulate the firm's private markets value proposition.Maintain internal databases of capabilities, client relationships, and market opportunities.Desired SkillsDemonstrates advanced strategic thinking and commercial acumen, with the ability to assess market developments, identify growth opportunities, and translate business objectives into actionable strategies that support firm and client priorities. Possesses a strong understanding of the global private markets ecosystem, including private equity, private credit, infrastructure, real assets, asset management, and related investment structures. Applies data-driven decision making, market intelligence, and business insights to develop recommendations, evaluate performance, and drive continuous improvement.Exhibits exceptional leadership, relationship management, and collaboration skills within a complex, matrixed organization. Effectively influences senior stakeholders without direct authority, builds strong cross-functional partnerships, and fosters alignment across practices, sectors, and geographies. Demonstrates executive presence, superior communication skills, and the ability to lead large-scale initiatives, manage competing priorities, and deliver results through others. Possesses strong project management, team development, and organizational leadership capabilities, with a focus on driving accountability, innovation, operational excellence, and sustained business growth.Minimum Education    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Economics, Law or similar field.Preferred Education    Master's Degree in MBA, JD, Finance, Business, Economics, Marketing or related fields.Minimum Years of Experience  10+ years’ progressively responsible experience in business development, client development, marketing, strategy, or related professional services leadership roles, including substantial experience within a global law firm, financial services organization, investment management firm, consulting firm, or other professional services environment serving private capital clients.Essential Job ExpectationsAll DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our culture. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.Comply with firm policies and procedures.The role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.Work Environment    The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. Application Process     Interested candidates must apply directly online. Application materials sent via email will not be accepted.Accommodation    Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position or participate in the selection process. Agency applications will not be considered.No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.It should not serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions. We are committed to excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people.Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). #All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Boston, MAType: Full time