Manager, Client Development – Energy & Infrastructure

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

. Execute business development strategies and initiatives supporting the growth of the Firm’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $180,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development strategies within the energy and infrastructure sector, with strong capabilities in project management, client engagement, and market analysis. Proficient in developing tailored pitches and managing junior team members to enhance firm growth and market presence.

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Business Development StrategiesProject ManagementClient EngagementMarket AnalysisTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementMarket ResearchAnalytical SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceFlexibilityCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsMarket Research ToolsProject Management SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeJDMBA

Industry Keywords

Energy SectorInfrastructure SectorRenewable EnergyClean TechnologyPower GenerationProject DevelopmentCapital Deployment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute business development strategies and initiatives supporting the growth of the Firm’s Energy and Infrastructure Practice
Lead the development and coordination of tailored pitches, proposals, RFPs, credentials presentations and client-facing materials
Maintain sector-specific credentials, practice materials, matter descriptions and business development resources
Manage directory, awards and other external submissions
Support market analysis, competitive intelligence and client research
Maintain knowledge of the energy and infrastructure landscape, including digital infrastructure, renewable energy, clean technology, power generation and transmission, traditional energy, infrastructure private equity, project development and finance, capital deployment and emerging technologies
Develop initiatives to strengthen the Firm’s market presence and strategic growth priorities
Support go-to-market strategy and develop narratives differentiating the Firm’s capabilities
Coordinate Partners, practices, offices and CDE functions for priority clients and opportunities
Coordinate events, communications, design, strategic intelligence, knowledge management and client teams
Manage business development meetings, agendas, materials, opportunity tracking and follow-up actions
Maintain information on client relationships, transactions, matters, attorney experience, pursuits, industry maps and market insights
Manage and develop junior Energy and Infrastructure CDE team members through guidance, coaching and feedback
Allocate work across junior team members and oversee accurate, timely project delivery
Review and improve junior team members’ work products
Create team resources and foster a collaborative, high-performing environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum five years of relevant experience
At least five years of relevant experience in a high-performance environment, preferably in client service, consulting, legal ops, project management, marketing or financial services
Demonstrated success working in a highly technical industry
Ability to manage multiple competing workstreams, including pitches/RFPs, strategic research projects, events planning, conference support, lateral integration, and training and development of junior support
Exceptional project management skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical skills and high proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with CRM systems, market research tools and project management software
Structured and analytical approach to problem-solving
Ability to interface professionally with senior client stakeholders and peers
Ability to succeed in a remote environment across various time zones
Executive presence and high emotional intelligence
Flexibility and willingness to work additional hours as needed
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly competitive and demanding environment
Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, English, Communications, Advertising, or a related field
Preferred: JD, MBA or relevant advanced degree
Preferred: Prior experience in business development, client development or market intelligence within the energy and infrastructure sector
Preferred: Familiarity with key areas of the energy and infrastructure market
Preferred: Experience developing tailored pitches, credentials, client presentations, awards submissions or other strategic business development materials
Preferred: Familiarity with CRM, experience management and market intelligence platforms
Preferred: Experience managing or developing junior team members

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Additional hours as needed with exempt status
Equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination protections