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Posted: 08/06/20252025-08-062025-09-11Employment Type:Direct Hire/PermJob Category:MarketingJob Number: 631661Is job remote?: No
Job Description
The Planet Group is seeking an on-site Marketing and Business Development Manager to join one of our legal services clients.
Salary: $145,000-$170,000 depending on experience Location: Chicago, IL (On-site 5 days per week)
The Marketing and Business Development Manager is a key team member within the Marketing Department. The Manager serves as a dedicated liaison to one or more practice and/or industry groups. They work directly with the group leaders and other partners to develop and execute strategies and business plans and manage an aligned range of business development and marketing initiatives.
The Manager takes an active role in learning about the service offering, lawyers, and clients of the assigned groups and related practices. They develop and lead initiatives to deepen knowledge about our clients, their business needs, and relevant company capabilities to foster cross-selling.
The Manager may have direct supervisory responsibility for Business Development and Marketing Specialist and/or Coordinator level professionals and is responsible for fostering a collaborative, high-performing team. Additionally, they are expected to lead by example, mentor junior members of the team, and embody the highest standards of service delivery. The role requires the development of strong and effective working relationships within the Marketing Department, as well as with other professional business functions, and lawyers, across the Firm’s global platform.
Marketing and Business Development Manager Responsibilities:
Practice and Client Development
Consults with practice/industry leaders and other partners to develop and execute marketing and client development plans for the group and individual lawyers
Attends and contributes to practice/industry group meetings and planning sessions
Identifies and recommends business development opportunities and trends using data analytics, competitive intelligence, industry trends, market analyses, and similar resources
Evaluates the development of business prospects and cross-marketing efforts and makes recommendations to practice/industry leaders
Manages, develops, and refines the groups’ business development “infrastructure” (e.g., written collateral, experience database/matter lists, contact lists, opportunity tracking, etc.), exercising an acute level of quality control to ensure that all marketing collateral, communications, matter lists, and other materials are consistent, error-free, and up to date; ensures processes are efficient and the best possible use is made of available technology and other resources
Helps group leaders prepare and manage the group’s BD budget; tracks and analyzes practice/industry initiatives, evaluating the ROI of activities to recommend and plan future efforts
Coordinates with the Market Intelligence team to conduct industry and client research to aid in practice development initiatives
Facilitates the planning, implementation, and follow-up of new business or cross-marketing opportunities
Onboards and integrates lateral lawyer hires in the practice/industry, working closely with the relevant regional marketing team
Proposals and Pitches
Serves as project manager and key contributor for RFPs, pitches, and other business development projects, both for primary groups and others, as needed
Spearheads briefing discussions to propose and/or understand the opportunity
Writes new business proposals and produces targeted, tailored responses to RFIs/RFPs
Serves as advisor in preparing and rehearsing pitch teams
Supports follow-up and debrief activities post-pitch and reports them back to Firm leaders
Marketing and Profile-raising Activities
Leads preparation of submissions for practice/industry rankings, awards, surveys, league tables, and other recognitions for assigned groups
Works with Regional BD and Marketing team members to plan client programs and Sidley-sponsored events
Works with the Communications and PR team to identify thought leadership topics and Sidley lawyers to engage in media commentary, article publication, podcasts, etc.
Recommends and facilitates the involvement of Firm lawyers in professional organizations that will enhance the visibility of the lawyers and the Firm in relevant practice/industry platforms
Employee Management
Participates in hiring, managing, and developing staff; oversees daily operations and monitors staff work product; manages professional development of staff, including establishing goals, coaching, and training; prepares annual performance appraisals and provides timely feedback on performance
Delegates work efficiently and effectively to other team members
Collaborates with other leaders and business professionals within and outside the Marketing Department on projects that cross practices, regions, and/or functions
Marketing and Business Development Manager Qualifications:
A minimum of eight (8) years of professional marketing, business development, or other relevant experience
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in marketing, communication, business/finance, or related field.
Excellent writing, proofreading, and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Marketing and Business Development Manager Preferred Skills:
Marketing, business development, strategic planning, sales, and/or other relevant experience in a law firm or other professional services organization
Experience and knowledge of the business/legal landscape in assigned practice areas/industries
Advanced degree in a related area, such as marketing, law, business, or communications (M.B.A. or J.D. a considerable plus)
Working knowledge of customer relationship, pipeline, and experience management databases such as InterAction, Salesforce, and/or Foundation
Familiarity with relevant company/market research tools, as well as law firm rankings, awards, and league table publications
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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