Sectors & Clients Manager Media, Sports & Entertainment

San Diego, CA (Hybrid)

$130K/yr – $198K/yrSenior Level6+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Sector strategy ownership and client growth through leadership-aligned plans, with cross-network collaboration across marketing, business development, and client programs.

  • Sector strategy ownership: Develop and drive sector plans with leadership to win business development and client engagement.
  • Content and events: Lead thought leadership, client alerts, and events to advance opportunities and market presence.
  • Collaboration and metrics: Align with PR, Pursuits, and Pricing, and use CRM and market data to track ROI and opportunities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and drive sector-specific strategic plans in partnership with sector leadership to support business development, client engagement, and growth objectives.
  • Lead and execute marketing and business development initiatives aligned with the Sports, Media & Entertainment Sector strategy.
  • Drive cross-practice and cross-sector collaboration to identify opportunities, emerging trends, and client needs.
  • Identify and pursue client targeting initiatives and strategic business development opportunities.
  • Develop and manage thought leadership campaigns, client alerts, industry publications, and market-facing content.
  • Lead directory, ranking, and award submission efforts that enhance the sector's profile and market recognition.
  • Collaborate with Communications and Public Relations teams to promote sector capabilities, thought leadership, and lawyer visibility.
  • Partner with Pursuits and Pricing teams to develop strategic pitches, RFP responses, proposals, and presentation materials.
  • Build and maintain sector-specific marketing collateral, website content, credentials, and pitch materials.
  • Utilize data, market intelligence, and CRM tools to identify opportunities, track business development activities, and measure ROI.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business, or related field preferred.
  • 6 years of marketing and business development experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
  • Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office applications, and business development technology platforms.

Preferred

  • Experience managing pitches, thought leadership initiatives, client programs, sponsorships, events, and profile-raising activities.

Benefits

  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
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