Business Development Manager

About Us:

Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.

The successful candidate will be an important part of our Marketing team and will be required to work closely with Litigation Department leadership, practice group leaders, Marketing department leadership, attorneys, and other marketing team members to support the Litigation practices in developing new business and deepening existing client relationships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate independent judgment, strategic and diplomatic thinking and the ability to lead business development efforts while building consensus. The position will also work collaboratively with marketing colleagues on relevant firmwide and industry-focused projects.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm’s executive leadership.

• Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.

• Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.

• Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.

Your Role:

As a Business Development Manager within our Business Development and Proposal team your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading efforts to identify relationships and build awareness of firm capabilities with relevant practice and industry organizations

• Providing business development coaching in group and one-on-one settings

• Participating in pitches and client meetings to help identify and pursue business development opportunities with targets and existing clients, including strategic account management and industry teams

• Developing target lists and opportunities for new business

• Maintaining a rolling pipeline which tracks opportunities; forecasts targets and helps attorneys achieve goals

• Managing the compilation, development and maintenance of relevant database contact/mailing lists

• Working with Department Chairs and Practice Group leaders to create and implement strategic business development plans

What We’re Looking For:

• Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

• Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.

Required Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, accompanied by at least five years of experience in professional services marketing. Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to manage complex projects, analyze data effectively, and collaborate across teams. Advanced proficiency in computer applications; familiarity with CRM systems is highly desirable. Deep understanding of business operations and a strong commitment to client service excellence. Demonstrated capacity to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Unwavering work ethic and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

The salary range for this position is from $140,000 – $160,000, which reflects the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will depend on several factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location.

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found here in the Careers section of the firm’s website.

Ready to Grow with Us?

If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm’s success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.

At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

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