Senior Business Development Manager - Commercial Litigation

Clifford Chance

New York, NY

Full Time

Senior

240k-275k

2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

This role is part of a global Business Development team supporting the development of Clifford Chance's US commercial litigation team in the US and globally. It involves working directly with the US commercial litigation team based in New York and Washington DC, acting as a key point of contact for the US Regional Practice Area Lead, and collaborating closely with partners, lawyers, and the global BD community to support client and market development initiatives. The position emphasizes proactive, hands-on support in revenue generation, reputation management, marketing communications, and regional strategy implementation within the legal market.

Key Responsibilities

Support the US commercial litigation team in implementing its US Client & Market Development (C&MD) plan.
Work with the US commercial litigation team to develop and shape product offerings and initiatives.
Position and promote US commercial litigation product offerings and initiatives to internal and external audiences.
Proactively identify market trends and opportunities for the US commercial litigation team across the US and globally.
Provide tailored input into significant commercial litigation pitches and capability statements.
Assist in identifying opportunities to position and raise the profile of the US commercial litigation practice and its lawyers.
Lead the organization of client events, seminars, conferences, sponsorships, and PR activities focused on commercial litigation.
Oversee marketing communications projects, including directory and awards submissions.
Support client and sector programs by applying deep product knowledge.
Conduct competitor, client, and marketplace analysis to identify new opportunities.
Work closely with the Regional Practice Area Lead, Regional Business Manager, and Director of Client & Market Development to define and implement regional BD strategies.
Collaborate with the Global Head of L&DR, BD team, and other stakeholders on executing strategic projects.

Requirements

Previous experience in professional services business development, preferably in a law firm.
Strong interest in and understanding of the work types covered by commercial litigators.
Commercial awareness of legal market development related to commercial litigation.
Ability to develop advisory relationships with partners.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with lawyers of all seniority levels.
Commitment to quality and attention to detail.
A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
Must be able to adhere to the Firm's Agile Working Policy, working from the office at least three days each week.
Must be independently and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice to Have

Experience in a legal or professional services environment.
Knowledge of the US legal market and litigation practice areas.
Previous experience supporting regional or global BD strategies.

Qualifications

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification.

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits and compensation package.
Salary range of $240,000 to $275,000, commensurate with experience.

Working at Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance has an ambitious global strategy focused on client-centric service. The firm values diversity, inclusion, and equality of opportunity, actively supporting initiatives and networks such as LGBT, Gender Parity, Ethnicity, and Disability networks. The firm emphasizes innovative approaches to fostering an inclusive work environment and developing its people.

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