Business Development Manager (Litigation)

Job Description

The world's leading organizations and global players choose Proskauer to represent them when they need it the most. With 800+ lawyers in key financial centers around the world, we are known for our pragmatic and business-savvy approach.

Proskauer is the place to turn when a matter is complex, innovative, and game-changing. We work seamlessly across practices, industries and jurisdictions with asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, Fortune 500 and FTSE companies, major sports leagues, entertainment industry legends and other industry-redefining companies.

Proskauer is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to work closely with other members of the Business Development team and individuals on global client and business development activities for a broad set of practices within the Litigation department. Groups within the Litigation department include but are not limited to the following : Antitrust, Appellate, Asset Management Litigation, Bankruptcy Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, International Arbitration, and Mass Torts / Product Liability.

The Business Development Manager is a highly visible and partner-facing role that will provide strategic support in the execution of practice-focused priorities that drive market awareness, demand, and relationship growth. The manager will be expected to form strong relationships with assigned partners and to develop and manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

Client Development

• Develop a thorough understanding of the Litigation Group's strategic objectives for each of its distinct practices, key sectors, markets, and clients, including attorney expertise, firm experience, litigation market trends, and competitor positioning. Building on that knowledge, work with the lawyers to identify and pursue new work, cross-sell opportunities, and new clients
• Execute on key initiatives identified in the Group's strategic business plans, with the support of rest of the client development team
• Attend and help manage regular meetings with sub-practice working groups as they related to marketing and business development initiatives, document action items, and support execution / follow-through of next steps
• Work with lawyers to develop compelling pitch materials and in developing relationships with clients

Pitching & New Business

Market Visibility

Events

Team Engagement & Development

Qualifications

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer's offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job.

Proskauer is committed to providing a work environment that includes equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.