Marketing & Business Development Manager
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, New York, New York, us, 10261
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1. True, Complete and Correct Application:
I certify that all the information furnished on this Application, and during the application process, is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of facts may result in refusal to hire or may result in my dismissal at any time regardless of when the false answer or omissions are discovered, if employed by, or am a partner in, the Firm.
2. Internal Review of Application:
I understand that BCLP may share the information contained in this Application with Firm employees and select third parties for employment and administrative purposes and hereby consent to such transfer subject to my privacy rights (see Data Privacy Notice below).
3. Verification of References, Employment and Education:
To the extent allowed by applicable laws, I authorize BCLP to conduct its own investigation, or use external providers to undertake investigation, of my references, employment history, education and social media, and further, authorize the references and prior employers I have listed to disclose to BCLP information related to my employment history and qualifications for the position for which I am applying, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure.
4. Background Checks:
To the extent allowed by applicable laws I consent to BCLP conducting thorough background checks as part of its hiring process.
5. Equal Employment Opportunity:
I understand BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer and that BCLP strictly prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. I understand that BCLP also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status.
6. Reasonable Accommodations/Adjustments:
I understand that BCLP complies with all applicable laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions where appropriate. I understand that applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation/adjustment under applicable laws. I will inform the Firm’s representative if I need an accommodation/adjustment to assist in completing this Application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
For U.S. Applicants Only:
7. At Will Employment:
I recognize that this Application is not an offer of employment. I agree that if I am hired by the Firm, I will be an at-will employee, meaning that either the Firm or I may end the employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice. I understand that only the Firm’s Chief Executive Officer and no other Firm manager, supervisor, or representative has authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the at-will employment relationship, and with respect to the Chief Executive Officer, any such agreements must be in writing and are subject to approval by the Firm's Board of Directors. I further understand and agree that, except for employment-at-will status, if hired, my wages, hours, working conditions, job assignment(s), and compensation rate(s) will be subject to change by the Firm.
8. Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure Agreements:
I understand that if I am offered employment, I may be required to sign non-solicitation and non-disclosure agreements, as a condition of employment.
9. Salary History:
I understand the Firm may inquire about my wage expectations but will not inquire about my wage history unless permitted by applicable law. I understand there are salary history bans in at least the following jurisdictions: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri (Kansas City only), New Jersey, New York (statewide and Albany County, New York City, and Suffolk County), Ohio (Cincinnati and Toledo only), Oregon, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia only), Vermont, and Washington.
By choosing "Submit Application" I agree to the statements above and I also confirm that I have read and understood the Privacy Notice referenced below.
Data Privacy BCLP complies with applicable data privacy laws. For details of your privacy rights (including the right to object, where applicable, to our processing of your Personal Information), please see our Privacy Notice . In particular:
The BCLP Firm to which you are applying is responsible (i.e., it is the ‘Data Controller’) for the personal information it collects from you (see our Legal Notices for further details).
Your personal information will be used for your recruitment and potential advancement in the organization, and also to comply with our legal and regulatory obligations. It will also be used for those other relevant purposes in our Privacy Notice, such as equal opportunities monitoring and reporting where legally permitted; and for the improvement of our recruitment and other business processes.
We undertake pre-hiring checks of Partners and staff (including social media, regulatory and criminal records checks where legally permitted). We use external providers, and also undertake certain verifications ourselves. If you do not provide your personal information (or your consent to the checks where applicable), we will not be able to recruit you.
We will share certain personal information with our international offices and select third parties, subject to appropriate safeguards.
If you have any questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please send a written and dated request to privacy@bclplaw.com.
Position(s) I am Applying for Marketing & Business Development Manager Locations: Atlanta, Charlotte, New York, Washington, D.C.
At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we’re building change within our sector and beyond.
It starts with our people, which is why we need a
Marketing & Business Development Manager
to join our Marketing and Business Development team to develop and deliver innovative, high-impact business development and marketing strategies that drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and enhance the firm’s profile across key practice areas, industry sectors, and regions.
At BCLP, our Marketing and Business Development (MBD) team is built differently. We bring together professionals from diverse backgrounds—including law, consulting, design, media, and professional services—to create a dynamic environment that values creativity, collaboration, and commercial thinking.
Our mission is simple: to help our lawyers build meaningful relationships and win new business. With visible support from firm leadership and a clear link between our work and the firm’s success, our team enjoys real influence and the opportunity to make an impact.
You’ll work both locally and globally, collaborating with colleagues across offices and time zones. This role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to contribute to strategic initiatives that shape the firm’s future.
You’ll be responsible for:
Manage strategic business development initiatives across assigned practice areas and industry sectors, developing actionable plans that drive revenue and client engagement.
Manage on the execution of projects and campaigns from start to finish, leveraging internal support, driving collaboration and innovation.
Manage complex proposals and pitches, including strategy setting, content development, partner preparation, and post-pitch reviews.
Develop and implement marketing campaigns and thought leadership programs that enhance the firm’s brand and visibility in key markets.
Work closely with partners and lawyers to identify client opportunities, support cross-selling, and strengthen key client relationships.
Collaborate across the department and sector BD teams to support priority client accounts and ensure alignment with firmwide client strategies.
Oversee directory and award submissions, ensuring positioning reflects strategic priorities and showcases the firm’s strengths.
Plan and execute events, sponsorships, and conferences, identifying opportunities for networking, client engagement, and measurable ROI.
Manage budgets and ensure resources are used efficiently to achieve BD and marketing objectives.
Share best practices across the global MBD team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Track and report on business development activity, pipeline, and market trends, competitive intelligence to inform strategy and decision-making.
Responsible for the line management of junior members of staff as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned
Key Relationships
Business Development Directors and Associate Directors across global offices
Partners, fee earners, and professional staff across all practice areas and regions
Global Marketing and Communications teams
Knowledge and Innovation teams
Skills and experience required
Degree educated; a marketing or business qualification preferred
At least 5 years’ experience in marketing or business development, ideally within professional services
Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to present to key stakeholders.
Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
Experience and confident in managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously across multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions.
Skilled at influencing and collaborating across all levels of an organization and deal professionally with all internal and external clients on all levels
Positive, motivated, and adaptable with a strong sense of ownership
Strong understanding of client relationship management and business development best practices
Strong ability to work under pressure and with changing work priorities
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Pursuant to the New York and Washington, D.C. pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for this position. At the time of posting, the estimated New York range is $140,000 to $175,000 and the estimated Washington D.C. range is $134,000 to $170,000. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule. Additional compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus.
BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Firm strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or medical conditions related thereto), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.The Firm also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status. The Firm complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need an accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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1. True, Complete and Correct Application:
I certify that all the information furnished on this Application, and during the application process, is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of facts may result in refusal to hire or may result in my dismissal at any time regardless of when the false answer or omissions are discovered, if employed by, or am a partner in, the Firm.
2. Internal Review of Application:
I understand that BCLP may share the information contained in this Application with Firm employees and select third parties for employment and administrative purposes and hereby consent to such transfer subject to my privacy rights (see Data Privacy Notice below).
3. Verification of References, Employment and Education:
To the extent allowed by applicable laws, I authorize BCLP to conduct its own investigation, or use external providers to undertake investigation, of my references, employment history, education and social media, and further, authorize the references and prior employers I have listed to disclose to BCLP information related to my employment history and qualifications for the position for which I am applying, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure.
4. Background Checks:
To the extent allowed by applicable laws I consent to BCLP conducting thorough background checks as part of its hiring process.
5. Equal Employment Opportunity:
I understand BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer and that BCLP strictly prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. I understand that BCLP also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status.
6. Reasonable Accommodations/Adjustments:
I understand that BCLP complies with all applicable laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions where appropriate. I understand that applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation/adjustment under applicable laws. I will inform the Firm’s representative if I need an accommodation/adjustment to assist in completing this Application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
For U.S. Applicants Only:
7. At Will Employment:
I recognize that this Application is not an offer of employment. I agree that if I am hired by the Firm, I will be an at-will employee, meaning that either the Firm or I may end the employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice. I understand that only the Firm’s Chief Executive Officer and no other Firm manager, supervisor, or representative has authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the at-will employment relationship, and with respect to the Chief Executive Officer, any such agreements must be in writing and are subject to approval by the Firm's Board of Directors. I further understand and agree that, except for employment-at-will status, if hired, my wages, hours, working conditions, job assignment(s), and compensation rate(s) will be subject to change by the Firm.
8. Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure Agreements:
I understand that if I am offered employment, I may be required to sign non-solicitation and non-disclosure agreements, as a condition of employment.
9. Salary History:
I understand the Firm may inquire about my wage expectations but will not inquire about my wage history unless permitted by applicable law. I understand there are salary history bans in at least the following jurisdictions: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri (Kansas City only), New Jersey, New York (statewide and Albany County, New York City, and Suffolk County), Ohio (Cincinnati and Toledo only), Oregon, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia only), Vermont, and Washington.
By choosing "Submit Application" I agree to the statements above and I also confirm that I have read and understood the Privacy Notice referenced below.
Data Privacy BCLP complies with applicable data privacy laws. For details of your privacy rights (including the right to object, where applicable, to our processing of your Personal Information), please see our Privacy Notice . In particular:
The BCLP Firm to which you are applying is responsible (i.e., it is the ‘Data Controller’) for the personal information it collects from you (see our Legal Notices for further details).
Your personal information will be used for your recruitment and potential advancement in the organization, and also to comply with our legal and regulatory obligations. It will also be used for those other relevant purposes in our Privacy Notice, such as equal opportunities monitoring and reporting where legally permitted; and for the improvement of our recruitment and other business processes.
We undertake pre-hiring checks of Partners and staff (including social media, regulatory and criminal records checks where legally permitted). We use external providers, and also undertake certain verifications ourselves. If you do not provide your personal information (or your consent to the checks where applicable), we will not be able to recruit you.
We will share certain personal information with our international offices and select third parties, subject to appropriate safeguards.
If you have any questions or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please send a written and dated request to privacy@bclplaw.com.
Position(s) I am Applying for Marketing & Business Development Manager Locations: Atlanta, Charlotte, New York, Washington, D.C.
At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we’re building change within our sector and beyond.
It starts with our people, which is why we need a
Marketing & Business Development Manager
to join our Marketing and Business Development team to develop and deliver innovative, high-impact business development and marketing strategies that drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and enhance the firm’s profile across key practice areas, industry sectors, and regions.
At BCLP, our Marketing and Business Development (MBD) team is built differently. We bring together professionals from diverse backgrounds—including law, consulting, design, media, and professional services—to create a dynamic environment that values creativity, collaboration, and commercial thinking.
Our mission is simple: to help our lawyers build meaningful relationships and win new business. With visible support from firm leadership and a clear link between our work and the firm’s success, our team enjoys real influence and the opportunity to make an impact.
You’ll work both locally and globally, collaborating with colleagues across offices and time zones. This role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to contribute to strategic initiatives that shape the firm’s future.
You’ll be responsible for:
Manage strategic business development initiatives across assigned practice areas and industry sectors, developing actionable plans that drive revenue and client engagement.
Manage on the execution of projects and campaigns from start to finish, leveraging internal support, driving collaboration and innovation.
Manage complex proposals and pitches, including strategy setting, content development, partner preparation, and post-pitch reviews.
Develop and implement marketing campaigns and thought leadership programs that enhance the firm’s brand and visibility in key markets.
Work closely with partners and lawyers to identify client opportunities, support cross-selling, and strengthen key client relationships.
Collaborate across the department and sector BD teams to support priority client accounts and ensure alignment with firmwide client strategies.
Oversee directory and award submissions, ensuring positioning reflects strategic priorities and showcases the firm’s strengths.
Plan and execute events, sponsorships, and conferences, identifying opportunities for networking, client engagement, and measurable ROI.
Manage budgets and ensure resources are used efficiently to achieve BD and marketing objectives.
Share best practices across the global MBD team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Track and report on business development activity, pipeline, and market trends, competitive intelligence to inform strategy and decision-making.
Responsible for the line management of junior members of staff as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned
Key Relationships
Business Development Directors and Associate Directors across global offices
Partners, fee earners, and professional staff across all practice areas and regions
Global Marketing and Communications teams
Knowledge and Innovation teams
Skills and experience required
Degree educated; a marketing or business qualification preferred
At least 5 years’ experience in marketing or business development, ideally within professional services
Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to present to key stakeholders.
Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
Experience and confident in managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously across multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions.
Skilled at influencing and collaborating across all levels of an organization and deal professionally with all internal and external clients on all levels
Positive, motivated, and adaptable with a strong sense of ownership
Strong understanding of client relationship management and business development best practices
Strong ability to work under pressure and with changing work priorities
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Pursuant to the New York and Washington, D.C. pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for this position. At the time of posting, the estimated New York range is $140,000 to $175,000 and the estimated Washington D.C. range is $134,000 to $170,000. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule. Additional compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus.
BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Firm strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or medical conditions related thereto), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.The Firm also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status. The Firm complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need an accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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