Description

You’re looking for a change, and so are we. At Venable, we know that every new hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar on our approach to business development. That’s why we’re looking for a Business Development Manager to bring leadership and best practices to our business development department.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for... 

• Partnering with the Division Chair, Practice Group Leaders and Government Division Partners to establish, refine and review business development goals and industry initiatives consistent with the firm’s overall strategic direction
• Managing and leading a team of Business Development professionals in their support of Division initiatives
• Collaborating with Regional Marketing teams to ensure regional and national strategies are aligned
• Managing and preparing responses to new business development opportunities, including responding to Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
• Developing and managing strategies to promote marketing of division attorneys to internal stakeholders, clients, prospects, and the business community
• Identifying opportunities and making recommendations to expand existing client work and enhance cross-selling within division practice groups and other firm practice groups

 The successful candidate will demonstrate...

• A Bachelor’s degree in related field or education/experience equivalent required
• Success in professional services-related marketing and business development, including a minimum of five years of business development and/or marketing management experience and a minimum of two years supervisory experience
• Computer aptitude; extensive experience with the Microsoft Office Suite and InterAction
• Ability to make persuasive presentations on marketing topics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with high level of attention to detail
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of responsibilities and the aptitude for effective and creative problem solving
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands
• Ability to work in a consultative manner
• Ability to travel to various marketing/firm events/meetings

Investing your time and talents is no small matter—we know that superior service to our clients starts with an investment in you. Our competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and programs that support our employees’ wellbeing, families, and futures reflect our pride in our people.  From our business development team members to our senior partners, Venable prioritizes the whole person in order to cultivate the most successful of relationships. Apply Today!