Business Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead overall business development and marketing efforts for select litigation practices and individual partner objectives.
• Oversee the preparation of pitches, RFPs, and client-facing materials, including leading strategy sessions and tracking outcomes.
• Spearhead the drafting and maintenance of practice-specific marketing materials and collateral.
• Support key client efforts to identify, develop, and grow high-value client relationships.
• Collaborate with functional managers on visibility initiatives, including speaking opportunities, communications, and digital marketing.
• Plan and oversee seminars, events, and other targeted marketing activities.
• Manage a direct report and contribute to the development of early-tenure marketing team members.
• Monitor market intelligence to support strategic projects and pitch efforts.

Requirements

• University degree.
• 5-7 years of experience in professional services (legal experience preferred).
• Exceptional professional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Detail-oriented with creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an environment with shifting priorities and multiple constituents.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of team management experience.
• Experience with strategic business development planning and pitching.
• Knowledge of litigation and regulatory practices.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation range ($175,000 – $185,000).
• Comprehensive health care and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick time and vacation.
• Parental leave and basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant disputes and transactions. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.