Business Development Manager

Mayer Brown

. Develop and support annual marketing and business development plans .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $138,000 - $183,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing marketing and business development strategies within professional services, with strong capabilities in project management, client engagement, and competitive analysis.

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Business Development InitiativesProject ManagementClient TargetingLeadership ExperienceCompetitive Intelligence

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Hard Skills

Marketing StrategyResearch TechniquesCRM ManagementProposal DevelopmentBudget AnalysisData AnalysisEvent CoordinationContent DevelopmentClient Satisfaction MeasurementDirectory Submission Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesLawAccountingConsultingTrade AssociationCorporate Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and support annual marketing and business development plans
Collaborate with leadership and group leaders on annual budgets, strategic objectives, and tactics
Manage day-to-day assignments and projects in alignment with firm strategy
Support onboarding and integration of lateral lawyers
Develop and implement business development initiatives, including client targeting, campaigns, client satisfaction, seminars, roadshows, and networking events
Conduct research, analysis, and competitive intelligence gathering
Maintain CRM-based contact and marketing data
Collect and report matter experience
Coordinate directory submissions, regional surveys, league tables, industry surveys, awards, and other profile-raising initiatives
Coordinate business development training for lawyers
Manage RFP, pitch, presentation, and proposal responses
Develop and update marketing brochures, practice descriptions, lawyer bios, and related materials
Support local office seminars, sponsorships, events, and initiatives
Assist with supervision and training of junior team members
Perform other duties as assigned to meet Firm goals and objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field
Six or more years of demonstrated success in a marketing, research, management, and/or communications-related field
Experience in professional services (e.g., law, accounting, or consulting) or comparable corporate, trade association, or academic sectors
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and support demanding Firm needs
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with shifting priorities
Self-starter with a high level of initiative
Strong customer service, attention to detail, organizational, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with research techniques and databases used for competitive intelligence in a professional services company
Leadership and supervisory experience, including managing projects and workflows
Ability to analyze operational budgets and staffing levels
Ability to set priorities and delegate efficiently
May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.
May require travel to other offices as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare and eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Professional development and growth opportunities
Equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans