Business Development Manager

We are seeking a strategic and relationship-focused Business Development Manager to support our growing Real Estate practice. Working closely with attorneys, practice group leaders, and firm leadership, this role will drive business development initiatives, enhance market visibility, strengthen client relationships, and support revenue growth across multiple offices.
The ideal candidate is a proactive professional with strong business development experience in a law firm or professional services environment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while serving as a trusted advisor to attorneys.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Business Development Partner with Real Estate attorneys to develop and execute business development plans and growth initiatives.
Lead practice group meetings and attorney coaching sessions focused on marketing, client development, and relationship-building activities.
Track action items and drive accountability for business development efforts.
Manage the development of client pitches, proposals, presentations, and RFP responses.
Maintain attorney biographies, practice descriptions, and experience materials to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Business Intelligence Research Conduct client, industry, competitor, and market research to identify opportunities and inform business development strategies.
Deliver actionable insights that support attorney outreach and client targeting efforts.
Public Relations Identify opportunities to promote attorney achievements, client successes, and thought leadership.
Collaborate with attorneys, the marketing team, and external PR partners on media placements, articles, and industry visibility initiatives.
Rankings, Awards & Visibility Manage legal directory, award, and survey submissions.
Evaluate advertising and sponsorship opportunities that support practice growth and brand awareness.
Support business development and marketing initiatives across the Firm's Dallas, Austin, Houston, and Fort Worth offices.
Partner with attorneys and firm leadership to execute market-specific growth strategies.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
5+ years of marketing and business development experience within a law firm, AEC firm, or other professional services organization.
Strong understanding of B2B marketing and professional services business development.
Experience developing and executing strategic marketing and business development plans.
Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills.
Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
CRM platforms
Social media strategy and business development tools
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) preferred
Why Join Us? You'll have the opportunity to work directly with firm leadership and attorneys to shape business development strategy, increase market visibility, and contribute to the continued growth of one of the region's leading Real Estate practices while enjoying our Firm's strong benefit package and hybrid work environment.

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