US Manager, BD Pursuits & AI Enablement

About the role

The US Manager, BD Pursuits & AI Enablement is a US-based role focused on raising the quality, consistency, and speed of how the firm pursues and wins work. This role works closely with the Global MBD Operations Systems team, including global experience and CRM, and the Market Intelligence and global Business Development teams.

Key responsibilities and deliverables

• Own and streamline the US pitch process with AI enablement, working closely with the BD teams.
• Leverage AI to develop and manage the global pitch content library/repository.
• Build and maintain the shared data spine that powers AI-enabled pursuit work, including pitch content, matter experience, credentials, and lawyer bios.
• Develop and maintain reusable pursuit assets, including pitch modules, matter descriptions, credential sets, templates, and prompt frameworks.
• Support US Chambers and other legal directory submissions, including process management, stakeholder coordination, and quality control.
• Provide hands-on support on priority pitches and submissions, applying AI tools to support drafting, content refinement, and knowledge retrieval.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $140,000 to $180,000. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Schedule

The role is based in the United States and requires flexibility to work on live opportunities.

Qualifications

Strong BD knowledge and operational discipline, understanding of how AI tools can be applied to the pursuit process, and experience in managing and developing pitch content and proposals.

Skills

Experience in managing and developing pitch content and proposals, proficiency in using AI tools, excellent communication and collaboration skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Contact

To apply, please send your resume to BusinessServicesRecruitment@Freshfields.com or call +1-212-277-4000. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York and California or reporting to someone in those states, Freshfields is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.

EEO Statement

Freshfields US LLP is proud to be an equal employment employer. Our policies and practices will be free from unlawful discrimination based upon race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, military service, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We strive to promote an atmosphere that encourages equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment.