Hiring: Business Development Director Company: Ashurst Perkins Coie Location: Chicago, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:18:27 Target Skills & Keywords : BDD About the job Experience: •Minimum of 15 years of success generating new revenue by engaging existing and prospective clients, particularly C-suite executives and, ideally, in-house legal counsel. •Portable relationships and contacts strongly preferred. •Demonstrated success in assessing business development objectives accurately and creating opportunities through key business relationships. •This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here. •This position may be filled in the following location(s). Required Skills: •These essential functions are the primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation. •Partner with lawyers and marketing colleagues to identify, prioritize, and pursue high-potential opportunities, including prospective clients, warm prospects, and new matters for existing clients, with a focus on assigned industry sectors. •Support strategic efforts to elevate the firm’s profile and expand visibility across the central region through targeted business development and market-facing initiatives. •Partner cross-functionally with practice and sector marketing business professionals to develop and execute lead generation programs, including campaigns, events, and related initiatives, and build on existing programs, including public chatter leads. •Partner with marketing and competitive intelligence business professionals to conduct primary and secondary research and uncover new business opportunities. •Use existing networks and build new connections to facilitate introductions between the firm’s key lawyers and select business, community, and industry leaders. •Interface directly with marketing department business professionals to increase visibility among decision-makers in priority market segments and industry sectors. •Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: •Demonstrated knowledge of business development strategies and techniques in a professional services environment. •Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; advanced degree, such as an MS, MA, MBA, JD, or other relevant graduate degree, strongly preferred. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!