Business Development Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently partnering with a prestigious Global Law Firm to find a Business Development Manager to join their team in either their New York City or Chicago office. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional to drive marketing and business development efforts across key corporate practices, including Capital Markets, Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Private Equity.

Position Overview: As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for leading initiatives that enhance the firm's business development strategy and growth. You'll collaborate with attorneys and other stakeholders to create proposals, integrate lateral hires, support marketing and event efforts, and provide strategic direction to ensure alignment with firmwide goals. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the firm’s success while working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proposals & RFPs: Lead the creation of proposals, RFP responses, and strategic writing, guiding team members on persuasive content development.
• Practice Operations: Partner with the Director of Practice Operations to implement key BD initiatives across assigned practices.
• Lateral Recruiting & Integration: Coordinate the onboarding and integration of lateral hires, working with Talent and Firm Development.
• Directory Submissions: Manage submissions for rankings and awards, collaborating with attorneys and marketing teams to ensure timely and accurate responses.
• Strategic Planning: Support the development of strategic plans for corporate practices and key BD initiatives.
• Industry & Client Strategy: Align business development efforts with industry and client team strategies across the firm.
• Marketing & Events: Oversee the creation of marketing materials, execution of events, sponsorships, and track ROI.
• Data & Analytics: Utilize CRM and marketing automation tools to monitor client behavior and identify business opportunities.
• Budget Management: Oversee BD budgets, approve expenses, and recommend investments in strategic initiatives.
• Opportunity & Market Analysis: Monitor industry trends, market opportunities, and relevant news for assigned practices.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and develop business development staff, providing coaching and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of business development, sales, or marketing experience at an AMLaw firm.
• Experience in Corporate Practices Business Development is essential.
• Prior management experience is preferred.
• Must be within a commutable distance to the local office and able to be onsite 3-4 days per week.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including MS PowerPoint and Teams).
• Professionalism, discretion, and adaptability.
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as needed.

Why Apply? If you are a skilled business development professional with experience in corporate practices and a passion for driving growth, we want to hear from you! At Onward Search, we are committed to connecting top talent with leading companies. Apply today and let us guide you through the interview process, providing support every step of the way!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.