Legal Staff Marketing in Dallas, TX

Law Firm

Dallas, TX

Legal Staff Marketing in Dallas, TX

Legal Staff

5-7 yrs required

No

Job Title: Business Development Manager (Litigation)

Job Responsibilities:
The Business Development Manager (Litigation) at the law firm is tasked with driving marketing and business development for various practice groups and industries within the firm. Key responsibilities include:

- Collaborating with practice and industry group leaders, as well as client team leaders, to develop and execute business development strategies and related goals.
- Identifying new business development opportunities and coordinating attorney teams to pitch for new business, ensuring these opportunities are effectively executed from conception to completion.
- Drafting proposals, RFP responses, presentations, talking points, and background materials to support pitches and business development activities.
- Preparing submissions for rankings, directories, and other publications or contests to enhance the firm’s visibility and reputation.
- Creating marketing materials such as collaterals, website content, and other pieces to support business development efforts.
- Coordinating and participating in meetings for practice and industry groups, as well as client teams, to foster collaboration and strategic planning.
- Working with other Client Development team members to identify cross-marketing opportunities that can benefit the firm.
- Conducting research to gather intelligence on clients, targets, and market trends, providing attorneys with insights into the competitive landscape to enhance business acquisition efforts.
- Planning and implementing client meetings and events, including webinars and in-person events, to engage and build relationships with clients.
- Providing internal training and coaching to partners on improving their business development skills.
- Developing and managing budgets for business development activities within practice and industry groups.
- Supporting the recruitment and integration of lateral hires to strengthen the firm’s capabilities.
- Coordinating with the Communications team to identify and pursue PR opportunities that can enhance the firm’s public image.

Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate for the Business Development Manager (Litigation) position should meet the following qualifications:

- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in a marketing or business development-related role within a professional services environment, with a preference for candidates with law firm experience.
- Strong knowledge of litigation and enforcement/regulatory practices is essential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multitask effectively.
- A strong customer service orientation, responsiveness, technological savvy, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in project management, with the ability to anticipate needs and plan next steps strategically.
- Good judgment in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with multiple leaders.
- A Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a communications-related field is highly preferred, with an advanced degree being advantageous.

Salary Information:
The law firm offers an excellent salary and benefits package for the Business Development Manager (Litigation) position. Interested candidates who closely meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply online through the firm's website. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and responses will be given to candidates who align with the outlined qualifications. No phone inquiries are accepted.