Business Development Manager – Technology, Communications, Privacy & Security (T

Business Development Manager – Technology, Communications, Privacy & Security (TCPS) & Healthcare at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, serving either Seattle or Washington D.C. offices. Hybrid work with three days remote and two days in office.

The Business Development Manager supports the BD initiatives of the TCPS and Healthcare Practice Groups. Serving as a strategic advisor to Practice Group Chairs and partners, you will drive client development strategies, coordinate marketing efforts, and collaborate closely with lawyers, marketing colleagues, and other business professionals. Strong analytical and communication skills, a client‑service mindset, and flexibility to respond to changing priorities are essential.

On a typical day you will:

Develop a deep understanding of the TCPS and Healthcare practice groups, including services, expertise, clients, and competitors; serve as a firm‑wide connector to help lawyers network.

Lead the development of pitches, proposals, RFP responses, and other client presentations for the TCPS and Healthcare Practice Group.

Support TCPS and Healthcare lawyers in client relationship development efforts, including preparation for client meetings, follow‑up from events, and identifying opportunities to expand work with new and existing clients.

Collaborate with the Events Team to plan, execute, and follow up on events, webinars, seminars, and conference sponsorships.

Conduct and monitor client, prospect, market, industry, and competitive trends for TCPS and Healthcare practice areas and translate insights into actionable plans.

Manage and draft submissions to legal directories and industry awards (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500, and practice‑based awards) for the TCPS and Healthcare Practice Groups.

Collaborate with the Marketing Team to develop external marketing collateral and update content on the firm’s website.

Manage and maintain key practice group information and leverage the firm’s CRM and experience management systems by proactively soliciting and tracking contacts, activities, and experience.

Build strong business relationships with lawyers throughout the firm.

Support and collaborate with other business services teams as appropriate.

Support the BD team with ad‑hoc tasks as needed.

Join us if you have:

Minimum of 4 years of experience in business development or marketing within a law firm or professional services firm; demonstrated experience supporting partners or practice groups in client development activities is required. Experience with technology, communications, and/or healthcare practices is preferred.

Ability to establish credibility with legal personnel at all levels of the firm.

Effective mix of confidence, tact, patience, and persistence.

Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to understand the firm’s mission and business priorities, practice activities, and related market dynamics.

Commitment to client service.

Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.

Flexibility and resourcefulness with a solutions‑oriented approach.

Strong multitasking and project‑management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.

High proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with client‑relationship management databases (e.g., DealCloud, Foundation, InterAction, or similar). Experience using research tools and analyzing market and client data to inform strategic decisions is a plus.

Demonstrated initiative and strong follow‑through on projects, with the ability to think creatively.

Proven ability to identify, develop, and implement best practices that expand cross‑selling opportunities and support strong realization.

Ability to work independently and enhance communications within and across practice groups, offices, and management.

Ability to drive BD efforts and maintain momentum from planning through execution.

Ability to collaborate with the Practice Management and Marketing Teams, outside vendors and consultants, and other business professionals.

Some travel may be required.

What’s in it For You?

Competitive compensation with salary ranges of $134,000 to $156,000 in Washington State or $144,000 to $165,000 in Washington D.C.

Choice of health and vision insurance plans

Dental plan

Fertility and adoption benefit

Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Retirement contribution

This job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who require accommodations to perform essential functions due to disability or religious reasons. For accommodations, please contact humanresources_confidential@dwt.com.

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