Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP · 3 hours ago
Business Development Manager
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$145K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers. They are currently seeking a Business Development Manager in their Marketing department, responsible for developing and implementing growth strategies and managing client targeting initiatives.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Raechel Reynolds
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development and implementation of the Financial Restructuring practice’s growth strategy
Manage pitches, proposals and presentations, and related research and follow-through
Research, analyze and drive the strategy on client growth opportunities, in collaboration with firm’s research team and market intelligence analyst
Manage client targeting initiatives
Write and maintain marketing collateral, including web content, pitch books, attorney biographies and other marketing assets
Collaborate with other members of the Marketing and Business Development team to facilitate information-sharing and cross-selling among practices
Facilitate internal communications and knowledge sharing among team members and across the firm
Assist with lateral partner integration
Respond to various industry awards, surveys and directories
Keep appraised of market, client and competitor trends, and disseminate information on key developments and actionable information as appropriate
Evaluate and coordinate speaking and other visibility efforts
Assist with the ongoing collection, maintenance and accuracy of our experience database
Contribute to league table reporting
Assist with event execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a marketing-related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the legal or professional services industry
Prior experience working with transactional advisors
Strong financial and research capability
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong writing and editing skills
Strong work ethic and service orientation
Strong critical thinking and sense of discretion
Strong project management skills
Commitment to professional growth and development
Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions
Ability to prioritize and manage workload, work independently and as a member of teams, and complete tasks under time pressure as necessary
Poise, tact and professionalism when interacting with internal and external contacts
Strong computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint are essential
Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems
Preferred
Advanced degree, JD or MBA a plus
Benefits
Full range of health and other insurance benefits
Financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility)
A discretionary bonus
Various paid time off benefits
Company
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Akin is a global law firm with more than 900 lawyers and advisors who pride themselves on dedication to their clients and their communities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ivan Orlic
Chief Financial Officer
Abid Qureshi
Partner
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