Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.  We are currently seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to help drive the strategic growth of the firm’s Financial Restructuring and Finance practices.  This position will reside in New York, with hybrid work capabilities and report to the Director of Business Development. 

The ideal Senior Business Development Manager is eager, a creative thinker, has strong written and verbal communications skills, a client service-oriented approach, attention to detail, intellectually curiosity, and works well in teams and autonomously.  The Senior Business Development Manager must be proactive, organized, be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, have strong follow-through and work well in a fast-paced environment. 

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the firm’s Financial Restructuring and Finance growth strategy
• Oversee pitches, RFPs, proposals and client-facing presentations, as well as related research and follow-through
• Coordinate client and industry events, conferences and sponsorships
• Research, analyze and drive the strategy on client growth opportunities, in collaboration with firm’s research team and market intelligence analyst
• Manage client targeting opportunities
• Keep apprised of market, client and competitor trends; disseminate information on key developments and actionable information as appropriate 
• Manage the ongoing collection, maintenance and accuracy of our experience database
• Write and maintain marketing collateral, including web content, pitch materials, attorney biographies and other marketing assets
• Collaborate with other members of the business development team to facilitate information-sharing and cross-selling among practices
• Facilitate internal communications and knowledge sharing among team members and across the firm
• Manage lateral partner integration
• Respond to various industry awards, surveys and directories
• Evaluate and coordinate speaking and other visibility efforts
• Contribute to league table reporting

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a marketing-related field.  Advanced degree, JD or MBA a plus
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with 3 years of management experience in the legal or professional services industry
• Prior experience working with lawyers or professional services
• Strong financial and research capability
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong writing and editing skills
• Strong work ethic and service orientation
• Strong critical thinking and sense of discretion
• Strong project management skills
• Commitment to professional growth and development
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload, work independently and as a member of teams, and complete tasks under time pressure as necessary
• Poise, tact and professionalism when interacting with internal and external contacts
• Strong computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint are essential
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems