Transactions BD & Marketing Director

About the role

The Transactions BD & Marketing Director plays a critical leadership role on the Marketing and Business Development Team, focusing on enhancing the firm's market profile and client relationships in transactional practices.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes go-to-market plans aligned with the firm’s Transactions strategy, collaborating with practice groups and sector leaders.
• Manages client-centric and data-driven integrated marketing and business development campaigns to deliver results against strategic priorities.
• Plans and executes high-impact events, conferences, and sponsorships to raise the external profile of the firm’s Transactions practices.
• Oversees the development of tailored pitches, RFP responses, and client-facing marketing materials to effectively communicate the firm’s Transactions experience and value proposition.
• Champions internal marketing infrastructure projects to improve how the Transactions team captures and leverages deal experience and client successes.
• Supports the onboarding and integration of key laterals and their client base.
• Manages marketing budgets and sponsorship investments for Transactions-related initiatives, ensuring alignment with firm and practice group priorities and delivering a strong ROI.
• Maintains and measures the results of marketing programs and reports on ROI.

Desired Skills

• Prior experience in a large law firm environment (as a practicing lawyer or in a senior marketing/BD role).
• Strategic planning and execution abilities, with a client service focus.
• Strong understanding of key industry sectors and competitive landscapes.
• Data analysis and solution development skills.
• Excellent communication and data analysis skills.
• Ability to work effectively with senior partners and practice group leaders.
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing high-performing teams.
• Proficiency with MS Office products.

Essential Job Expectations

• Effectively communicate with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and accurately.
• Meet deadlines and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with firm policies and practices.
• Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. For reasonable accommodations, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position. The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $218,438 - $353,889 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law. DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.