Business Development Manager

Lewis Brisbois•New York, NY

7d•$140,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Business Development Manager for its New York office. The manager will advance the firm’s litigation practices by working closely with practice leaders and key stakeholders to develop and execute strategic marketing and business development initiatives that strengthen the firm’s market positioning and drive growth. The role has primary responsibility for several litigation practices, with an emphasis on Complex Business & Commercial Litigation and promoting the firm’s National Trial Team.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in a similar role at a law firm or professional services firm.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing attention to detail.
Creative research skills, meticulous writing, proofreading, and data entry skills, and the capacity to interpret data.
Technological proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office programs, including Copilot.
Understanding of U.S. litigation terminology and framework.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, English, or a related field is preferred.
InDesign skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Identify and pursue new business development opportunities, coordinate attorney teams, lead pitch efforts, and manage opportunities from concept through submission.
Lead the development of pitches, proposals, RFP responses, and presentations.
Conduct client, prospect, and market research, and monitor industry trends and competitive intelligence to help position the firm to win new business.
Support the successful integration of lateral hires into the firm.
Perform other duties as assigned.