Senior Manager, Business Development Chicago, IL, USNew York, NY, USWashington DC, DC, US Feb 3, 2025 Dentons US LLP is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Business Development for its litigation practice and insurance sector. This position is expected to create and implement outside-the-box business development and marketing strategies to generate new client relationships, expand current client relationships, and enhance the brand recognition of these practices. This is a hybrid position that will come into the 3 days a week and work remotely 2 days. **Responsibilities** + Work with partners and professionals to provide, create, prepare and coordinate sales proposals/pitches and responses to Requests for Proposals + Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of practice and industry expertise and client relationships to operate as a strategic advisor to department leadership, and litigation BD team members to grow firm business through marketing and strategic initiatives highlighting the firm’s work and offerings + Develop an annual budget for the practice and monitor and track marketing and BD expenditures for expense management purposes including review of expense requests + Conduct market analysis, industry and competitive intelligence research reports to generate and support business development opportunities + As the subject matter expert, generate content, create and maintain marketing materials, and work with communications team to identify and leverage public and media relations opportunities + Assist with the onboarding of new laterals, including the creation of biographies and work with the communications team on announcements + Support the development, publishing and promotion of thought leadership + Oversee the strategy, drafting and submission of Chambers USA and other rankings and directories submissions for the practices and attorneys + Generate ideas and work with events team to execute seminars, webinars and other client events + Develop high-level partnering relationships with industry associations and consultants to identify connections, speaking and conference presentation opportunities and sources of referral for practice group lawyers + Leverage marketing technology using tools and other knowledge management resources to increase prospect identification and internal information sharing + Other duties as may be assigned **Experience & Qualifications** + 10+ years of business development experience in a professional services industry, with preference given to law firm experience + Minimum of five years’ supervisory/management experience required + Knowledge of core business development principles including client-facing communications, internal communications, public relations, seminar/event planning, branding, market research, competitive intelligence, credentials and RFP response preparation + Experience dealing with global marketing issues and sensitivities + Highly motivated self-starter who is able to handle a variety of projects that require tight deadlines + Proficient at making connections between people, issue-spotting, and possess a strong intellectual curiosity about the business of law + Highly organized and possess strong creative abilities and excellent writing skills, as well as the ability to think strategically and analytically + Able to work with higher levels of management in the firm and work well as part of a team + Legal training is a plus but not a requirement. **Salary** New York Only DOE: $190,000 - $220,000 Washington DC Only DOE: $175,000 - $210,000 Chicago Only DOE: $170,000 - $200,000 Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses. _Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dentons US LLP considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records._ _If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com._ **About Dentons** Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com **Nearest Major Market:** Chicago