Baker McKenzie

Drive Business Development Strategy

• Partner with practice group leadership to develop and implement North American business development strategies aligned with firm objectives.
• Identify new market opportunities, client growth initiatives, and cross-selling opportunities across practices and industries.
• Support strategic business planning and track progress against agreed priorities. 

Lead Pitches and Pursuits

• Collaborate with Pitch Specialists and relationship partners to manage proposals, RFPs, panel appointments, and competitive tender responses.
• Help position Baker McKenzie for success in key client opportunities throughout North America.

Enhance Practice Profile and Market Presence

• Develop and execute campaigns that elevate the visibility and reputation of the Transactional Practice Groups.
• Oversee sponsorships, conferences, speaking engagements, client events, boardroom programs, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Support the publication of client alerts, newsletters, and other market-facing content.

Manage Marketing Collateral and Directories

• Oversee the development and maintenance of practice group collateral, capability statements, lawyer biographies, transaction lists, and website content.
• Lead and coordinate submissions for prominent legal directories and league tables, including Chambers, Legal 500, and other industry rankings.

Budget and Team Leadership

• Manage business development initiatives to maximize return on investment and support budget planning.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to the Business Development Coordinator supporting the North American Transactional Practice Group.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in business development, marketing, communications, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English. 

Skills & Experience

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful business development initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching and mentoring team members.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.