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Business Development Manager

Friedman Williams · Multiple locations ·

Job type:
Full Time

Business Development Manager | Corporate Practice
Open to hiring in Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Richmond, Dallas, Houston, or Denver

Driving strategic business development and marketing initiatives for a global Corporate practice group, partnering closely with firm leadership to strengthen client relationships, expand market presence, and support revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Developing and executing business development and marketing strategies aligned across global offices

Leading high-profile client pitches, proposals, credentials, and business development campaigns

Advising partners on growth opportunities, client targeting, cross-selling initiatives, and market positioning

Creating strategic business development plans for key clients and prospects

Managing practice group marketing materials, thought leadership, client communications, and profile-raising initiatives

Conducting market, client, and competitive research to identify opportunities and support business development efforts

Collaborating with cross-functional teams across regions to ensure a coordinated global approach

Supporting integration of lateral hires and contributing to firmwide growth initiatives

This role requires strong commercial acumen, legal industry expertise, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while working both independently and collaboratively within a global marketing and business development team.

Experience

Minimum of 7 years' experience in marketing or business development, including significant interaction with partners; law firm experience required.

Client-facing experience strongly preferred.

Strong knowledge of the legal industry and substantive business development practices, with proven experience in a law firm environment.

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