Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions and regulatory matters.
Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) across more than 30 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, operate as one global partnership to drive progress for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.
The Business Development Senior Manager will be based in New York and will play a crucial role in driving the marketing and business development activities for one of the firm's key revenue-producing partners. This partner, a distinguished member of the executive committee, specializes in private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets. The primary responsibilities will encompass supporting the partner through the development of pitch decks, drafting responses to requests for information and proposals, and gathering valuable marketplace intelligence.
The Business Development Senior Manager will join a highly productive and collaborative team, working closely with the team to ensure comprehensive support for the partner. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented, and organized professional who will contribute to revenue generation by crafting targeted pitches and presentations for clients throughout the globe. Strong organizational skills, exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, and flexibility in managing a substantial workload are essential. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, dynamic, and adept at working under pressure while maintaining a strong team-oriented approach.
Collaboration with the team lead and Business Development Manager will be a key aspect of this role, necessitating a proactive and enthusiastic attitude towards independent work. The successful candidate should possess self-motivation, energy, confidence, and effective communication skills, enabling seamless collaboration across departments and offices.
Given the complexity of the position, the Business Development Senior Manager must bring a wealth of relevant experience. Experience in private equity is highly desirable. Proficiency in PowerPoint is essential, as the role involves creating impactful presentations. Moreover, the successful candidate should possess strong expertise in writing responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) and pitches, as well as strong business development and research skills to proactively identify target clients and markets to grow the partner’s practice.
Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field preferred. JD and/or MBA strongly preferred.
Experience: 5+ years of directly relevant experience in a marketing or business development-related position, including experience in a large law firm or professional services firm. A strong business development and marketing acumen and basic legal substantive knowledge is required.
Skills: Strong oral and written communications skills with the ability to interact at various levels with confidence and with a customer service attitude. Strong computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must be highly organized with the ability to multi-task, manage workload and competing priorities and pay close attention to details. Must be able to think critically and creatively, present ideas and views clearly and with confidence to people at all levels, including partners and clients. Must be able to demonstrate initiative, be flexible and adaptable and be a team player. Must have a strong focus on customer service delivery while dealing with a variety of personalities and being sensitive to cultural differences and issues. Must be competent and confident people and function manager. Must be capable of working at a high cadence.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct line management to Business Development Manager.
Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.
Essential Job Functions:
Working Conditions: You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor.
Pay Ranges: This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith’s pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.
Benefits Package Overview:
Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.
Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.
Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.
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Published: 6 days ago