Law Firm Business Development Manager

Munck Wilson Mandala LLP seeks a Business Development Manager to support and implement business development strategies for a 90 attorney full-service law firm. This role will be based in the firm’s Dallas office, with travel to the firm’s additional offices as needed (Los Angeles, Austin, Houston, Waco, and South Florida). This role will lead all BD and attorney development projects and work collaboratively with the marketing team, the managing partner, and firm leaders to focus on MWM’s growth and reputation in respective markets. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of business development experience in a professional service setting (legal, accounting, consulting, architecture, healthcare, engineering, etc.).

Responsibilities:

• Lead business development meetings for practice groups and service teams with agendas, action items, and targets; provide accountability and follow up
• Conduct industry, client, and market research, and maintain data on the firm’s referral sources, targets, and industries
• Create relevant key messages, marketing materials, and pitch packets, including firm service descriptions
• Manage the firm’s pitches, proposals, and responses to RFPs, and related follow-up
• Curate the firm’s representative matters in transactional, litigation, and intellectual property services
• Lead content marketing for the firm’s website service and people pages
• Lead social media strategies focused on thought leadership
• Firm sponsorship and client event strategies; track accountability and follow-up
• Manage marketing budgets, expenses, and accounts payable
• Identify potential speaking and sponsorship opportunities by region and industry
• Ad hoc projects as assigned

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the legal industry and the legal services competitive landscape
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work well with attorneys and staff at all levels
• Strong analytical and research skills; attention to detail and focus on project completion
• Content marketing and social media experience for a professional services organization
• Ability to lead business development meetings, hold attendees accountable, and maintain an organized strategy that leads to new business
• Assess BD opportunities and requests, track return on investment and value to the firm
• Proactive, innovative, and forward-thinking mentality
• Possess sound business judgment and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, familiarity with WordPress and CRM platforms
• Bachelor’s Degree required

MWM offers a collegial, professional environment, excellent benefits, and a salary commensurate with experience. MWM is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. For more information or to submit a resume please contact Stephanie Elovitz, Director of Administration, at selovitz@munckwilson.com. For more information on the firm please visit www.munckwilson.com.