Job Description
Senior BD Manager
* Corporate M&A and Finance & Restructuring practices
* Hybrid working
* Manage small team
A top US law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to run its Corporate M&A and Finance & Restructuring practices. This is a high-impact role for a commercially minded BD professional who can operate as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders while shaping market-leading initiatives aligned with global goals.
The successful candidate will lead client targeting programmes, manage and develop pitch content for major cross-practice opportunities, and support the integration of lateral partners, including creating onboarding plans and tracking progress. They will identify cross-selling opportunities, develop go-to-market strategies, and ensure that practice groups are well positioned in a competitive market through research, analysis, and targeted BD activity.
This position requires strong project management capability, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring at least ten years of relevant BD experience within legal, demonstrable leadership capability, and confidence working with senior lawyers across multiple jurisdictions