Business Development Manager

Lewis Brisbois•Minneapolis, MN

7d•$140,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Minneapolis, Minnesota office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Business Development Manager to advance the firm’s litigation practices. The role works 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 manager 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 while maintaining attention to detail.
Creative research skills, meticulous writing, proofreading, and data entry skills, and the ability to interpret data.
Technological proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office programs, including Copilot.
Understanding of U.S. litigation terminology and framework.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferably in Marketing, Communications, Business, English, or a related field.
InDesign skills.

Responsibilities

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