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Business Development Manager (M&A)

Job description

We're excited to partner with a global Am Law top 25 firm in its search for a Business Development Manager to support the Americas Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Private Equity (PE) practices. In this position, based in New York you will play a critical role in driving the strategic goals of the practice leadership for the groups, working closely alongside attorneys and other members of the Global Business Development, Marketing & Communications (BDMC) team.

We would love to speak with individuals with Business Development and Marketing experience within a law firm or professional services firm. Prior experience supporting the M&A vertical would make for the ideal candidate.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Lead the creation of pitches, RFP responses, and deal lists from concept to completion-ensuring each deliverable is customized to the opportunity and effectively highlights the practice group's strengths.
  • Support business development initiatives for both the Public Company Group and the Private Equity Transactions Group.
  • Collaborate with senior BD team members and practice leaders on cross-selling strategies and client targeting efforts, including activities tied to the firm's priority client program.
  • Assist with practice group meetings by preparing agendas, capturing key discussion points, and ensuring follow-up on action items.
  • Continuously track and analyze current and potential clients, competitor movements, and broader industry or market developments.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support a highly ranked, global law firm in some of its most happening areas. If this position is of interest to you, please apply or reach out to nikhita.kumar@ambitionsearch.com!

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