Boston, MA | Salary up to $225,000

A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Business Development Manager or Senior Manager to support the continued growth of its Private Capital and Life Sciences practices in Boston.

Both sectors are central to the firm's US growth strategy, making this a highly visible and commercially focused position. Working closely with senior partners in Boston and across the wider US and international platform, you will help shape sector strategy, identify new revenue opportunities and strengthen relationships with priority clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Boston operation while benefiting from the resources, reputation and cross-border capabilities of a top-tier global firm.

• Lead the development and execution of business development strategies for the Private Capital and Life Sciences sectors.

• Partner with senior lawyers to identify market opportunities, priority clients and opportunities for revenue growth.

• Develop client-targeting initiatives and key account plans across private equity, venture capital, growth equity, biotechnology, medtech and the wider life sciences ecosystem.

• Track market developments across Boston and New England and translate insights into practical client-development opportunities.

• Lead strategic pitches, proposals, RFP responses, panel submissions and client presentations.

• Support partners with client meetings, relationship mapping, briefing materials and structured follow-up.

• Develop thought-leadership campaigns, client events, roundtables and sponsorships that strengthen the firm's position in the market.

• Work collaboratively with marketing, communications, research, pricing and business development colleagues across the firm's global network.

• Use CRM and market-intelligence platforms to manage pipelines, monitor relationships and identify cross-selling opportunities.

• At least seven years of business development or marketing experience within a professional-services environment.

• Previous experience within a law firm or financial-services organisation is strongly preferred.

• Experience supporting Private Capital, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Growth Equity, Asset Management, Corporate or Life Sciences practices would be particularly valuable.

• Strong track record of producing sophisticated pitches, proposals, RFP responses and client-facing materials.

• Commercial and analytical approach, with the ability to translate market intelligence into actionable business development plans.

• Confidence advising and influencing partners and other senior stakeholders.

• Strong project-management, communication and relationship-building skills.

• Knowledge of the Boston legal, financial or life sciences markets would be advantageous.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.