What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager position at Ambition?
I’m thrilled to be partnering with an AmLaw Top 150 firm based in New Jersey on their search to add a talented and experienced Business Development Manager to their growing team!
The preferred candidate will support practice group leaders on the day-to-day execution of strategy to increase the visibility of the firms Transactional Advisory Group (TAG). You will work closely with practice group leaders, including the Director of Business Development and Partners/ Attorneys, strategize new and creative ways to draw in new business and further client relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to take the next step in their career, to specifically play a larger role in team and overall practice strategy.
I’d be interested in speaking with professionals with 5 years of Legal Business Development experience, preferably within a transactional practice area. Beyond that, this person must be a team player and wants to contribute to a world-class culture.
Core Responsibilities:
- Act as advisor to lead partners in increasing their brand, practice and visibility and achieve their individual business goals.
- Maintain a strong knowledge of key clients and market forces, including business trends and competitive landscape.
- Collaborate with partners in the collection and sharing of knowledge relating to skills and experience to enhance understanding of practice area and raise client service/delivery standards.
- Source, plan and execute business development events (including but not limited to speaking engagements, conference, panels).
- Manage practice group awards and rankings, including oversight of submission to Chambers and other high-profile publications; assist in articulating key messages for directory submission and share best practices in the submission process.
- Support the preparation of responses to client’s request for proposals or information on the practice group and in preparing partners for business development meetings with clients and prospects.
- Mentor and develop junior business development team members
I feel the current salary banding is competitive within the market, however, if you are looking for something above this range, I’m open to discussing it further. If this role sounds interesting to you, please directly apply or approach Sean Sweeney for more information.
Salary : $145,000 - $175,000
