Business Development Manager - Litigation

Sidley Austin New York City, NY Open
Sidley Austin is looking for Business Development Manager - Litigation in New York City, NY.
This local job opportunity with ID 3931985668 is live since 2026-11-01 20:09:15.
Overview

In this role you guide the Global Litigation Practice's business development and marketing efforts, aligning with practice leaders to execute strategic plans and grow client engagement. You'll manage proposals, pitches, collateral, and client programs, while improving the group's visibility and cross-selling opportunities. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and leverage data to measure ROI and refine initiatives. This position offers the chance to shape the firm's presence in global litigation and client programs.

Compensation / Benefits
  • bonus eligibility
  • comprehensive benefits program
Responsibilities
  • Develop and coordinate marketing and client development plans with practice/industry leaders
  • Lead RFPs and pitches, including briefing discussions and tailored responses
  • Maintain and quality-check marketing collateral, experience databases, and matter lists
  • Plan and participate in submissions for rankings, awards, and thought leadership
  • Coordinate with Market Intelligence, PR, and regional teams on initiatives and events
  • Assist with practice meetings, budgets, and BD/Marketing operations
  • Manage and develop junior team members, including performance feedback
Key requirements
  • Minimum five years in professional marketing, business development, or relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree (preferably in marketing, communications, business/finance, or related field)
  • Strong writing, proofreading, and critical thinking skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Good judgment
  • Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • Experience management databases such as InterAction, OnePlace, and Foundation
  • Knowledge of market research tools and industry databases (e.g., CapitalIQ, Mergermarket, Bloomberg, Refinitiv)
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