Gibson Dunn · 8 hours ago
Sr. Manager, Business Development - M&A
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$220K/yr - $240K/yr
7+ years expGibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. The Sr. Manager, Business Development will be responsible for driving business development initiatives for M&A and other related practices, collaborating with team members to enhance client relationships and visibility.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Lead the overall business development and marketing efforts for assigned practices and/or regions as well as providing support for individual partner business objectives
Drive and support business development planning working closely with practice group leaders and practice management including overseeing target list management, identifying opportunities for thought leadership (speaking, writing), suggesting client events, supporting social media efforts and other strategic initiatives
Support the practice's key client efforts and work with relevant practice group leaders and M&BD colleagues to ensure the identification, development, and growth of high-value clients
Collaborate with other transactional, litigation and international business development leads to cross-sell and develop bespoke offerings with multiple touchpoints for our clients
Lead and oversee preparation of pitches, RFPs (with RFP team) and other client facing materials including leading strategy sessions, internal debriefs and tracking outcomes
Lead efforts around visibility and profile elevation including speaking opportunities, communications, recognition, directory participation and digital marketing initiatives
Act as a lead on additional related projects within the Department or Firm as assigned
Assist Director with team management and contribute to development and advancement of the early tenure marketing team members
Qualification
Required
Exceptional professional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with lawyers at varying levels including firm leadership
Strong written communication skills
Strong project management and time management skills
Solid understanding of the needs and expectations of law firms and the ability to work in an environment with shifting priorities and many constituents
Ability to work under pressure
Exceptional in Microsoft office (Outlook, Excel, Word PowerPoint)
Outstanding problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work outside business hours and occasional travel as needed
University degree
7+ years of experience in professional services, legal preferred
Preferred
Familiarity with AI tools including ChatGPT, Gemini, Co-Pilot, and others
2+ years of team management experience
Experience with strategic business development planning and pitching, with transactional knowledge
Benefits
Health care
Retirement benefits
Paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time
Parental leave
Basic life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Discretionary, performance-based bonuses
Company
Gibson Dunn
Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lawrence Baxter
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Michael Herrick
Chief Financial Officer
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