Overview

McGuireWoods has an opportunity for a self-driven leader to join its Business Development team as a Business Development Manager (BDM) in our Charlotte, Richmond, Tyson’s Corner, or Washington, DC office. This BDM role will support a regulatory and litigation-focused department to develop and execute clear strategies and business plans utilizing a wide range of 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.

McGuireWoods LLP, with offices in the United States and Europe, is a full-service firm providing legal and public affairs solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients worldwide for more than 200 years collectively. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. For more information, please visit www.mcguirewoods.com. California residents have special rights with respect to personal information. If you are a California resident applying for a position at McGuireWoods, our statement describes your rights and personal information the firm collects. 

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the attorneys in assigned practice groups to develop business plans, marketing strategies and drive client targeting
• Provide strategy for, and drive business development activities surrounding: 
• Client Opportunities (RFP’s, pitches and targeting)
• Business Plans & Practice Specific Initiatives
• Client Relationship Management/Account Management
• Conferences/Seminars, Webinars and Receptions
• Marketing Collateral, Bios and Representative work
• External and Internal Visibility inclusive of thought leadership, blogs, profile series, etc.
• Budget planning & forecasting
• Serve as a mentor and team lead to junior colleagues

Qualifications

• Five or more years of business development and/or marketing experience within a law firm or comparable professional services organization
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities; makes decisions and adapts to changing work environments in-house and for our clients
• Strong project management experience inclusive of conferences and events
• Strategic thinker who understands branding and consistency of message
• Self-starter with the discipline required to balance long-term strategic vision with effective day-to-day implementation of strategy
• Experience with Foundation (or other knowledge management tools) is desired
• A minimum of five years of experience in marketing, business and practice development in a law firm including pitches and RFP’s
• Technology-savvy; knowledge of relevant, existing software and ability to learn new programs
• Requires Bachelor’s degree

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