Marketing & Business Development Manager, Transactional

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$133K/yr – $166K/yrManager10+ years expFull time

Posted 6 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own and drive client engagement at the firm by shaping strategy, leading signature programs, creating meaningful connections, managing partnerships, and leveraging data to improve outcomes across cross-functional teams.

  • Lead client engagement initiatives and signature programs
  • Build partnerships and deliver seamless client experiences across departments
  • Use data and technology to measure impact and guide decisions

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Shape Client Engagement Strategy: Develop and execute client engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships, create business development opportunities and enhance the Firm's market position.
  • Lead Signature Programs: Drive the Firm's premier Private Equity/M&A client programs from concept through execution, including audience strategy, content development, attorney collaboration, delivery and follow-up.
  • Create Meaningful Connections: Identify and develop distinctive engagement opportunities through sponsorships, thought leadership and invitation-only programs that connect attorneys and clients in differentiated ways.
  • Manage Strategic Partnerships: Evaluate and oversee strategic partnerships, sponsorships and related investments to maximize business impact and return on investment.
  • Analyze Performance & Insights: Measure engagement outcomes, identify trends and provide actionable recommendations to attorneys and MBD leadership.
  • Leverage Data & Technology: Utilize CRM systems and marketing technologies to capture engagement data, improve reporting and support informed decision-making.
  • Lead Through Collaboration: Partner with attorneys, team members and cross-functional colleagues across MBD, Travel, Meetings & Events and other Firm departments to deliver seamless client experiences.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree; 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in business development, client development, marketing, strategic programs or a related discipline within a law firm, private equity firm, investment bank, consulting firm or other professional services environment.
  • Relationship Management & Client Service: Sophisticated client-service mindset with a track record of building trusted partnerships across seniority levels, functions, offices and geographies.
  • Communication, Professionalism & Executive Presence : Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, coupled with the executive presence, business savvy, diplomacy and discretion necessary to influence senior stakeholders and represent the Firm professionally with clients and external partners.
  • Program & Project Leadership: Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Research & Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical capabilities with experience interpreting client, market and engagement data to drive strategic recommendations and measurable outcomes.
  • Writing & Content Development: Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills with a commitment to quality, accuracy and audience-focused communication.
  • Initiative, Judgment & Adaptability : Solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, exercise sound judgment, manage sensitive matters and proactively drive initiatives forward.
  • Technology & Systems Proficiency: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams and Copilot, as well as experience using CRM, event management, reporting and business intelligence platforms.
  • Industry Knowledge & Market Intelligence: Experience supporting Private Equity, M&A or other transactional practices; familiarity with sponsorships, executive-level client programs and market intelligence tools is highly desirable.
  • Strategic Client Development Expertise: Demonstrated success designing and executing client engagement strategies that strengthen relationships, enhance market positioning and advance business development goals.

Benefits

  • comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement.
  • personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities
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As one of the world’s leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don’t just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With more than 7,000 employees (including approximately 4,000 lawyers) operating from offices in 22 cities across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment and respect. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a variety of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development. Firm Chairman: Jon BallisFollow us on X@Kirkland_EllisFollow us on Instagram@lifeatkirklandContent may include attorney advertising.

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