Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Our New Jersey office is seeking an experienced and strategic Business Development Manager to join the Marketing team. This role partners closely with attorneys and practice group leaders to drive revenue growth, strengthen client relationships, and elevate the firm's market presence. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, polished writing skills, and prior experience in a professional services environment.
Strategy & Execution Execute marketing and business development strategies aligned with firmwide and practice group goals
Track, analyze, and report on client initiatives and campaign performance
Identify growth opportunities through competitive intelligence and market research
Proposals & Pitches Lead coordination and preparation of RFP responses, proposals, and client presentations
Develop and continuously refine pitch materials and proposal processes
Track RFP outcomes and analyze win/loss trends
Market & Client Intelligence Conduct in-depth research on clients, prospects, industries, and competitors
Prepare detailed reports and briefings for attorneys and leadership
Maintain and update firm experience database
Rankings & Collateral Produce high-impact submissions for key legal rankings (in collaboration with external PR agencies)
Develop new marketing collateral to position the firm and practice groups
Ensure consistency and efficiency across offices
CRM & Relationship Management Leverage CRM tools to manage contacts and track engagement
Proactively suggest innovative approaches to reach target audiences
Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 5+ years of marketing or business development experience
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred
Strong professional writing, proofreading, and editing skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills
Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Experience with CRM systems
Familiarity with Monitor Suite and/or Redwood Analytics is a plus
Additional Information Some travel between offices required
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package offered