Business Development Manager

One of the world's premier international law firms is seeking a talented and strategic Business Development Manager to join their high-performing Marketing & BD team in NY or Washington, DC. With offices across the US, Europe, and Asia and a client roster that includes more than half of the Fortune 100, this firm offers an exceptional platform for a BD professional looking to contribute to sophisticated, high-impact initiatives.

In this role, you will partner closely with senior leadership and practice heads to drive growth across the firm's Government Contracts and global Antitrust/Competition practices. You'll operate as a trusted advisor to partners, shaping business plans, identifying market opportunities, and developing compelling strategies to strengthen client relationships and elevate the firm's market position. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to take on a visible, strategic role within a collaborative and well-resourced department.

You'll work alongside a Senior Manager and cross‑functional colleagues, gaining exposure to high‑profile initiatives, cross‑selling opportunities, client development, and practice‑recognition efforts across global markets. This role also provides a platform to further develop leadership skills and contribute to firmwide BD innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the development and execution of business development and marketing plans aligned with firmwide strategy, including tracking ROI and refining approaches.
• Drives strategic business development initiatives for the firm's Government Contracts and Antitrust/Competition practices by shaping market positioning, identifying growth opportunities, and contributing to pitches, proposals, and capability statements.
• Collaborates with internal teams to raise the profile of the practices through events, PR, awards submissions, thought leadership, and digital content.
• Partners with senior BD leadership to implement strategic BD projects, support lateral integration, and align activities with broader departmental processes and technology advancements.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to partners, supporting business planning, coaching on BD best practices, and preparing for key client meetings and pitches.
• Leads the development of high‑impact pitches and RFP responses with a focus on compelling positioning and differentiated value.
• Supervises and mentors junior BD team members, providing guidance on pitches, bios, experience descriptions, submissions, and event logistics.

If this role sounds like the right next step for you, then please apply directly or feel free to reach out to Sarah Alshaman for more information.