Business Development Manager, Intellectual Property

U.S. Small Business Administration

. Create and implement strategic business development plans with Department Chairs and Practice Group Leaders .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development within the legal sector, particularly in supporting Intellectual Property practice groups. Proven ability to create strategic plans, manage projects, and build relationships with clients and attorneys.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Marketing ExperienceBusiness Development StrategyProject ManagementCRM Platform ProficiencyExceptional Communication Skills

ATS Keywords

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Hard Skills

Business Development PlanningProposal DevelopmentPipeline ManagementEvent StrategyIntellectual Property Support

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical AbilitiesStrong Work EthicCollaborative Approach

Tools & Technologies

CRM PlatformsMarketing Databases

Industry Keywords

Law Firm ExperienceClient-Focused MindsetMarket-Facing ResourceSponsorship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and implement strategic business development plans with Department Chairs and Practice Group Leaders
Promote the firm’s services while aligning efforts with targets and clients’ objectives
Develop and maintain a rolling pipeline tracking targets, opportunities, and progress
Provide business development coaching in group and one-on-one settings
Support lawyers in developing individual attorney business development plans
Manage and follow up on assigned business development initiatives
Coordinate business development efforts across practices and industries
Provide IP content and positioning for pitch materials, proposals, and RFP responses
Occasionally lead proposal responses
Oversee strategy and development of events, sponsorships, and marketing/communications activities
Build relationships with key organizations as a market-facing resource and firm ambassador

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of five years of legal marketing experience
Prior law firm experience required
Experience supporting Intellectual Property or similar practice groups strongly preferred
Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
Strong project management, interpersonal, and analytical abilities
Proficiency with CRM platforms, marketing databases, and other business development technologies
Strong business acumen and client-focused mindset
Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with attorneys, clients, and internal stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet competing deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong work ethic and collaborative approach
Some travel may be required
Regular and predictable attendance
Flexibility to work beyond standard business hours when needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth
Business Resource Group participation
Excellent benefits package (specific benefits available in the Careers section)