Job Description

Overview

McGuireWoods LLP has an opening for a Business Development Manager. This person will work alongside the Business Development Director and lead lawyers to support the firm’s Corporate & Private Equity practice and Private Equity Industry group to develop and execute clear strategies and business plans utilizing a wide range of business development and marketing functions. The BDM serves as the primary point person to facilitate client opportunities with the lawyers, develop key messaging for better positioning in the market, and collaborate across departmental and geographic lines to identify leading revenue-generating opportunities. This position is available in our Richmond, New York, Charlotte, and Washington DC offices.

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

• Collaborate with designated department/team chairs to develop business plans, budgets, content marketing strategies, and drive client targeting.
• Provide strategy for, and drive, BD elements for designated department/teams, including:
• Serve as a mentor to junior colleagues on all projects, foster collegiality among BD professionals, and work collaboratively across disciplines and geographies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in marketing, business and practice development in a law firm or professional services environment is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of corporate, private equity, or financial sectors is strongly preferred.
• Business development-focused event management experience.
• Experience managing and mentoring junior colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal services into compelling marketing content.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities; makes decisions and adapts to changing work environments in-house and for our clients.
• Strategic thinker who understands branding and consistency of message.
• Technology-savvy; knowledge of relevant, existing software and ability to learn new programs.
• Experience with DealCloud (or another client relationship management software) is desired.
• Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms - our employees also have access to Harvey, a legal-specific AI tool that reduces time spent on routine tasks, allowing you to focus on more meaningful, high-impact work.

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