Business Development Manager - Litigation

About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
Role Business Development Manager – Litigation is an integral part of Latham’s Business Development team. This role will be responsible for supporting the market’s growth strategy and commitment to client service across the relevant practice group and industries, while developing a comprehensive understanding of lawyers and clients to drive strategic priorities, including client engagement and relationship building. This position is located in our New York office and may offer a flexible hybrid schedule.
Responsibilities Providing research, analysis, and reporting to support the identification and development of new clients and the enhancement of existing client relationships
Playing an active role in the integration of lateral partners and the development of junior partners
Collaborating with lawyers and the Business Development and Brand & Communications teams on speaking opportunities, seminars, sponsorships, webinars, and other visibility initiatives
Identifying unique or compelling thought leadership opportunities, such as client alerts and publications, webcasts, and seminars, communicating these opportunities to relevant lawyers and Business Development team members, and overseeing implementation and execution
Developing a systematic and strategic approach for disseminating passes to practice groups sponsoring conferences and organizations
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
Qualifications We’d love to hear from you if you:
Possess knowledge of core business development and marketing principles, including market research, competitive intelligence, pitches, internal and external communication, public relations, seminar/event planning and branding
Exhibit excellent leadership skills, including organizing, planning, problem‑solving, and decision‑making necessary for effective management
Demonstrate well‑developed and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
And have:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible business development and marketing experience in legal/professional services
A minimum of five (5) years of cumulative experience
Benefits Healthcare, life and disability insurance
A generous 401(k) plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
Well‑being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well‑being events, and more)
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Pay Range USD $145,000.00 – $165,000.00 per year

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