Sr. Manager - Litigation Business Development

Join a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm’s high profile litigation team in New York City with a hybrid work setup. This role offers a competitive salary range of USD 180,000 to 230,000 per year, and the chance to shape client development for Investigations, White-Collar Defense, and Complex Litigation. You’ll collaborate closely with senior litigators and cross-functional partners to drive growth, elevate client engagement, and strengthen the practice’s market position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead client development initiatives for the Investigations and White-Collar Defense group and other high-value litigation practices
• Advise practice leaders on visibility strategies, evolving client needs, and cross-practice opportunities
• Create compelling pitch materials, client proposals, and strategic RFP responses tailored to litigation services
• Identify litigation trends and market shifts, then translate that intelligence into actionable pursuit plans with attorneys
• Collaborate with partners to map and execute growth opportunities tied to high-net-worth clients, corporate investigations, and regulatory matters
• Facilitate post-pitch debriefs and coach attorneys on business development follow-up and client engagement
• Monitor legal industry developments to keep the firm positioned against evolving client litigation needs
• Liaise with PR and communications teams to support litigation rankings, award submissions, and brand visibility efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, law, or a related field
• 10+ years of business development or marketing experience
• At least 5 years within a law firm or professional services environment, with direct exposure to litigation groups
• Deep understanding of how legal services, especially investigations, regulatory defense, and high-stakes litigation, are sold and positioned to corporate clients
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with senior legal professionals

About the opportunity

HireNow Staffing seeks a seasoned Senior Business Development Manager to lead client development strategies for a high-profile litigation team at a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm. This role is about active growth leadership rather than passive marketing, providing the chance to become a trusted advisor to top litigators, build new client relationships, and expand the firm’s litigation market share. You will work closely with senior attorneys in White-Collar Defense, Investigations, Securities Enforcement, and Complex Litigation to shape pursuit strategies that align with the firm’s long-term goals. The ideal candidate understands how high-stakes matters originate and can identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities through thoughtful targeting and positioning.

Why this role

This position offers more than a traditional business development role; it provides a seat at the table with nationally ranked trial lawyers and a direct impact on the firm’s litigation growth trajectory. If you are intellectually curious, commercially savvy, and skilled at converting legal expertise into market results, this role is a strong fit.