Business Development Manager

Bradley · Nashville, TN

Posted about 2 months ago

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Skills

RFP managementProject managementStrategic planningClient relationship managementLegal researchMarketing communicationsEvent coordinationDigital marketingBudgetingCross-servicingData analysisCollateral developmentDirectory submissionsSurvey managementMedia relations

Benefits

  • ✓Medical insurance
  • ✓Dental insurance
  • ✓Vision insurance
  • ✓Life insurance
  • ✓Disability insurance
  • ✓Retirement benefits
  • ✓Professional development
  • ✓CLE tracking
  • ✓Training programs
  • ✓Collaborative culture
  • ✓Inclusive environment
  • ✓Supportive environment

Job description

Position Summary:
This position partners with leading assigned Practice Group(s) to deliver high-impact business development initiatives that strengthen client relationships, drive revenue, and enhance market visibility.
This is a non‑sales role—no quotas, no cold calling, and no responsibility for client origination. The focus is on strategy, project ownership, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary business development partner to assigned Practice Groups, managing initiatives from concept through execution
Collaborate with attorneys to develop, implement, and track Practice Group business plans
Support client growth by identifying targets, strengthening relationships, and enabling cross‑servicing—not selling
Lead RFPs, pitches, and presentations, coordinating with attorney teams and managing timelines and deliverables
Develop and maintain practice collateral, brochures, website content, experience database, and attorney bios
Manage legal directory submissions, rankings, and surveys
Partner with Marketing Communications on media opportunities, advertising, and profile‑raising initiatives
Coordinate events and sponsorships and represent the Firm at select business and community events as requested
Attend and participate in Practice Group meetings and retreats; report on initiatives and results.
Assist with business development budgeting, tracking, and reporting
Facilitate planning, implementation, and follow-up for new business opportunities
Actively support cross-servicing between Practice Groups
Strategize with Practice Group Leaders and the Marketing Technology Team on digital marketing initiatives
Work closely with Business Development Coordinators on day-to-day projects and to provide coaching and mentoring
Support lateral attorney integration within assigned Practice Groups
Monitor market and industry trends to help position the Firm competitively
Travel to offices across the firm footprint and to Practice Group and Firm events as requested

Who Should Apply:

Law firm BD professionals with experience supporting attorneys
Candidates who thrive in project management, execution, and strategic planning
Professionals who enjoy influencing without selling and partnering with senior stakeholders
Detail‑oriented self‑starters who can manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Individuals comfortable working in a high‑accountability, professional services environment

Who Should Not Apply:

Sales professionals looking for quotas, commissions, or client origination credit
Candidates seeking pure event planning or marketing communications roles
Entry‑level marketers without law firm or professional services experience
Anyone who prefers loose structure or minimal accountability

Why This Role Stands Out:

High visibility with Practice Group leadership
Strategic, consultative work with real ownership
No sales pressure—this role is about enabling attorney success

Why Join Bradley?
We offer more than just a job — we provide a place to build your career. Bradley offers:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
Professional development support, including CLE tracking and training programs.
A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture.

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