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Business Development Manager - Lateral Partner Integration

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Clifford Chance US LLP is seeking a full-time Business Development Manager – Lateral Partner Integration, to manage the strategy for integrating all lateral Partners and Counsel into the Firm's culture, processes, and business. This role will have a focus on strategic planning and business development.

This position can be located in either our New York, NY, or Washington, DC, offices and will report to the Director, Client and Market Development – Americas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Act as a point of contact for new Lateral Partners and Counsel to assist them during their transition to Clifford Chance.
  • Support each lateral Partner and Counsel with their practice business and marketing plan, including outreach to existing and new Firm clients, identifying new targets and developing strategy.
  • Work closely with the Partner Recruiting Team, designated Sponsor Partner and Business Development team in the Americas and globally to ensure a smooth transition and integration for each new lateral Partner and Counsel.
  • Support the Recruiting team with the business development aspects of the hiring process such as research and analysis, input into the business case and nomination form, and contact mapping as appropriate.
  • Implement roadmaps and processes to ensure laterals are integrated consistently throughout the region and that they have the best possible chance of success by providing the required infrastructure and to further the ability to network for opportunities within the Firm.
  • Work closely with practice area Business Development and Communications colleagues on integration items such as: media releases and proactive media activity, biographies, client outreach and relationship management, cross-selling opportunities, and internal and external profile-raising opportunities including social media, speaking engagements, etc.
  • Facilitate connections across the network through various regions and practice areas, ensuring the lateral is looped into relevant client and sector teams, marketing campaigns, and thought leadership activity.
  • Assist with the planning of international travel to connect with peers and clients.
  • Work with each practice area leader to assess business development requirements and how these relate to the overall strategic plan.

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:
  • A Bachelor's degree is required; an MBA is a plus.
  • 5-8 years of relevant experience in business development & marketing in a law firm environment preferred.
  • A global mindset and perspective, combined with an in-depth knowledge of the US market.
  • A proficiency in connecting individuals, functions, and teams to ensure awareness and transparency in the integration process.
  • Ability to develop advisory relationships with partners, lawyers, and other key stakeholders by demonstrating:
o strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
o an energetic, proactive, and can-do attitude;
o solid research capabilities;
o ability to work independently and be highly organized;
o a consultative, collaborative approach;
o ability to work under pressure, multitask, and prioritize competing demands;
o an understanding of our clients' commercial objectives and marketplace;
o ability to use technologies critical to the position; and
o excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to contribute to the growth and development of our BD team by:
o collaborating with colleagues at all levels and across global offices;
o demonstrating teamwork; and
o identifying opportunities to develop new processes orimprove infrastructure
  • Must possess strong technical proficiency in various software including Microsoft Office.
  • Must be independently and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package. The salary range for this role is $160,000 to $175,000. The actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

FIRM SUMMARY:

Clifford Chance is one of the world's leading law firms, helping clients achieve their goals by combining the highest global standards with local expertise. The firm has unrivalled scale and depth of legal resources across the three key markets of the Americas, Asia and Europe and focuses on the core areas of commercial activity: capital markets; corporate and M&A; finance and banking; real estate; tax; pensions and employment; litigation and dispute resolution.

Alongside world-class legal careers, Clifford Chance offers excellent opportunities in the support functions that underpin its business operations. By joining our Business Professionals team, you will help us to innovate in the way we deliver our services and enable us to run a successful multinational business that never stands still. Business Professionals are integral to the running of the firm and are critical to its success.

To find out more about what it is like to work in Clifford Chance in USA, please visit link.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:

It has been and continues to be the Firm’s policy to provide equal opportunity and equal terms and conditions of employment to all employees and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, immigration status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, genetic predisposition, or any other status protected by law.

Alternatives are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact Clifford Chance's Human Resources Department at Human Resources Department or call 212-878-8000.
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Clifford Chance offers you the opportunity to join a global law firm with one of the most pre-eminent legal practices in the world. Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures and languages. In a world where commercial success increas...

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