CivicMinds, Inc · 1 day ago
Business Development Manager
CivicMinds, Inc is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance market visibility and drive growth initiatives. The role involves developing relationships with various stakeholders, conducting market research, and supporting marketing initiatives.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage relationships with founders, startups, investors, universities, accelerators, incubators, and industry groups
Identify, evaluate, and pursue sponsorships, events, and partnership opportunities to enhance market visibility and intelligence
Engage with startup hubs and innovation communities to generate leads and referral sources
Collaborate with attorneys to increase visibility, expand client portfolios, and support market growth initiatives
Support business development and marketing initiatives across transactional practice groups, including pitches, RFPs, events, and thought leadership
Conduct market, industry, investor, and company research to inform strategy and internal stakeholders
Screen prospective clients and facilitate introductions to legal, investor, and service provider networks
Map and expand relationships with venture capitalists and early-stage investors; track market activity and personnel moves
Manage CRM activity, reporting, metrics, and performance analysis; provide regular progress updates to partners
Develop and promote marketing content, digital initiatives, social media, and event materials
Support rankings, league table submissions, awards, and directory entries
Assist with lateral partner onboarding and practice group strategic planning
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of startup culture, venture capital, fundraising, and technology sectors
Ability to support business development initiatives across multiple transactional practice areas
Excellent networking, relationship-building, and communication skills
Strategic, self-directed professional with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders
Experience with CRM systems
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
Bachelor's degree required
Preferred
Salesforce preferred