McGuireWoods LLP has an opening for a Business Development Manager – Energy and M&A to support the firm’s energy-focused and strategic M&A practices to develop and execute clear strategies and business plans utilizing a wide range of business development and marketing functions. The BDM serves as the primary point person to facilitate client opportunities with the lawyers, develop key messaging for better positioning in the market, and collaborate across departmental and geographic lines to identify leading revenue-generating opportunities. This position is available in our Raleigh, Washington DC, Baltimore, Charlotte, Houston, or Richmond office, and will report directly to the firm’s Director of Business Development – Industry.

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• Serve as one of two dedicated marketing and business development liaisons for the firm’s energy-focused and strategic M&A practices.
• Provide strategy for, and drive business development activities surrounding: 
• Client Opportunities (RFP’s, pitches and targeting)
• Business Plans & Practice Specific Initiatives
• Client Relationship Management/Account Management
• Conferences/Seminars, Webinars and Receptions
• Marketing Collateral, Bios and Representative work
• External and Internal Visibility inclusive of thought leadership, blogs, profile series, etc.
• Budget planning & forecasting
• Partner with colleagues across the Marketing and BD department on firmwide initiatives that impact the firm’s energy-focused and strategic M&A practices.
• Serve as a mentor and team lead to junior colleagues. 

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• A minimum of five years of experience in marketing, business and practice development in a law firm including pitches and RFP’s.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the energy, infrastructure, M&A, or regulatory sectors is a plus.
• Business development-focused event management and leadership is a plus. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal services into compelling marketing content.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities; makes decisions and adapts to changing work environments in-house and for our clients.
• Strategic thinker who understands branding and consistency of message.
• Technology-savvy; knowledge of relevant, existing software and ability to learn new programs.
• Experience with InterAction (or another client relationship management software) is desired.

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