Manager, Business Development

Business Development Manager

McGuireWoods LLP has an opening for a Business Development Manager to support the firm's Litigation practices. The manager will work to develop and execute clear strategies and business plans utilizing a wide range of business development, marketing, and event-driven initiatives. The BDM serves as the primary point person to facilitate client opportunities with the lawyers, develop key messaging for stronger market positioning, and collaborate across departmental and geographic lines to identify leading revenue-generating opportunitieswith particular emphasis on conferences, seminars, webinars, and client receptions that elevate the firm's profile and engagement.

McGuireWoods, one of the world's leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities include :

• Provide strategy for, and drive business development activities surrounding :
• Client Opportunities (RFP's, pitches and targeting)
• Business Plans & Practice Specific Initiatives
• Client Relationship Management / Account Management
• High-profile eventsincluding conferences, seminars, webinars, and client receptions
• Marketing Collateral, Bios and Representative work
• External and Internal Visibility inclusive of thought leadership, blogs, profile series, etc.
• Budget planning & forecasting
• Partner with colleagues across the Marketing and BD department on firmwide initiatives that impact the firm's litigation practices.
• Serve as a mentor and team lead to junior colleagues.

Qualifications include :