Hiring: Business Development Manager Company: Alston & Bird Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:18:27 About the job Experience: •6+ years of progressively responsible experience in business development, marketing, client development, or a related field, preferably within a law firm or professional services organization. •Prior experience mentoring or guiding junior team members is a plus. Required Skills: •Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York City, or Washington DC. •This highly visible role combines strategy, relationship management, and execution. The ideal candidate is a proactive business partner who enjoys building relationships, identifying opportunities, and delivering impactful business development solutions that contribute to the continued success of the practice and the firm. •Build trusted relationships with attorneys and practice leaders, serving as the primary business development contact for assigned practice groups and teams. •Partner with leadership to develop and execute business development strategies, growth initiatives, and annual practice plans. •Lead pitches, proposals, RFP responses, and other client development efforts that support new business opportunities and strengthen client relationships. •Manage legal directory submissions, awards, sponsorships, conferences, client events, and other initiatives that enhance market visibility and support strategic priorities. •Conduct market, client, and competitive research to identify opportunities and provide actionable recommendations. •Partner cross-functionally with attorneys and colleagues to maintain marketing materials, experience records, and business development resources while contributing to department-wide initiatives and best practices. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business, Communications, English, Journalism, Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Compensation: •$145,000 - $155,000 / year 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!