BD & Marketing Disputes Manager - Canada
DLA Piper, New York, NY, United States
Summary
The Disputes BD & Marketing Manager supports the business development and marketing priorities of the assigned practice group, working closely with the Practice Group Leader and other team members across the firm. The role involves strong project coordination, writing, and communication skills and focuses on client‑targeted initiatives, go‑to‑market campaigns, and enhancing group visibility.
Location This position can be based in our New York, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, or Washington DC office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Support practice group and subgroup leaders in executing BD and marketing initiatives and tracking progress against priorities.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and market developments to identify opportunities for client outreach and thought leadership.
Develop a solid understanding of the practice group’s strengths to support creation of client‑facing materials and positioning.
Coordinate with senior team members and provide assistance on practice‑specific campaigns and projects.
Use business intelligence tools to support client targeting, lead tracking, and growth opportunities.
Partner with communications and marketing colleagues on go‑to‑market initiatives and promotional campaigns.
Leverage CRM and other tools to manage business development pipelines and campaign outcomes.
Collaborate across practice groups, sectors, and client teams to support integration and cross‑practice marketing.
Assist with pitch and proposal development, directory submissions, and awards content creation.
Help plan and execute client‑facing events and sponsorships aligned with the practice group’s strategic priorities.
Support budget tracking and reporting to ensure marketing spend aligns with business goals.
Contribute to department‑wide initiatives including onboarding, CRM adoption, and experience management.
Coordinate with recruiting and integration teams to support BD onboarding of new hires.
Stay current on marketing technologies and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and impact.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills Prior experience in law firm or professional services marketing, strong written and verbal communication, organizational and detail‑oriented skills, multi‑project management in a fast‑paced environment, proactive and collaborative mindset, understanding of litigation or disputes practice dynamics, proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM or marketing technologies.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
Five years of sales/marketing experience in a professional services environment.
Essential Job Expectations
Effectively communicate with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in physical and sedentary activity as needed for work.
Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
Physical Demands Primarily sedentary work involving computer use; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds may be required.
Work Environment Hybrid work arrangement may involve remote and in‑office work, determined in coordination with the hiring manager.
Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform essential functions of the position or participate in the selection process.
Compensation & Benefits The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $129,808 - $206,399 per year, depending on geographic market location. Compensation is influenced by experience, skills, education, and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.
EEO Statement DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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Location This position can be based in our New York, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco, or Washington DC office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Support practice group and subgroup leaders in executing BD and marketing initiatives and tracking progress against priorities.
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and market developments to identify opportunities for client outreach and thought leadership.
Develop a solid understanding of the practice group’s strengths to support creation of client‑facing materials and positioning.
Coordinate with senior team members and provide assistance on practice‑specific campaigns and projects.
Use business intelligence tools to support client targeting, lead tracking, and growth opportunities.
Partner with communications and marketing colleagues on go‑to‑market initiatives and promotional campaigns.
Leverage CRM and other tools to manage business development pipelines and campaign outcomes.
Collaborate across practice groups, sectors, and client teams to support integration and cross‑practice marketing.
Assist with pitch and proposal development, directory submissions, and awards content creation.
Help plan and execute client‑facing events and sponsorships aligned with the practice group’s strategic priorities.
Support budget tracking and reporting to ensure marketing spend aligns with business goals.
Contribute to department‑wide initiatives including onboarding, CRM adoption, and experience management.
Coordinate with recruiting and integration teams to support BD onboarding of new hires.
Stay current on marketing technologies and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and impact.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills Prior experience in law firm or professional services marketing, strong written and verbal communication, organizational and detail‑oriented skills, multi‑project management in a fast‑paced environment, proactive and collaborative mindset, understanding of litigation or disputes practice dynamics, proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM or marketing technologies.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
Five years of sales/marketing experience in a professional services environment.
Essential Job Expectations
Effectively communicate with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in physical and sedentary activity as needed for work.
Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
Physical Demands Primarily sedentary work involving computer use; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds may be required.
Work Environment Hybrid work arrangement may involve remote and in‑office work, determined in coordination with the hiring manager.
Accommodation Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform essential functions of the position or participate in the selection process.
Compensation & Benefits The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $129,808 - $206,399 per year, depending on geographic market location. Compensation is influenced by experience, skills, education, and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.
EEO Statement DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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