Business Development Manager - Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment

- The BD Manager learns the business of their 'clients,' including all sub-sectors of the practice group or office and is expected to not only act as an account representative, but also as an internal consultant, helping their clients become more effective and efficient in their marketing and business development endeavors.

- The BD Manager works closely with attorneys and other personnel in their practice and industry groups and will be required to know or learn about the regulatory and business environment facing companies in the industry of their clients, including understanding the differing strategies needed in the firm's varied geographic markets.

- The BD Manager is responsible for marketing and business development activities and projects beyond their account representative responsibilities. These projects may include, but are not limited to, advertising, public relations, media relations, training, contact management, event and sponsorship management, proposal writing, marketing material writing and development, assistance with client presentations and other projects.

- The BD Manager will work directly with the Practice Group Leader or Administrative Partner, as appropriate, on the strategic direction of the practice group, industry group or office, including: SWOT analyses; gap analyses; marketing and business development planning for the group or office, its sub-groups, and individual attorneys; group retreat planning, management, and execution; individual and small group business development coaching; practice group marketing budget adherence and planning.

- Leading Others & Team Management - Creating a culture of trust, accountability, and teamwork.

- Strategic Thinking - Plans and makes decisions within the framework of the firm's strategic intent.

- The BD Manager has supervisory responsibilities, whether in whole or in part, for a marketing coordinator to assist the Manager with completing essential duties.

- Organizes and oversees the schedule, work, and productivity of the marketing coordinator.

- Manages the marketing coordinator efficiently and in accordance with departmental goals.

- In accordance with policy and with the support of the department head, makes hiring and selection decisions for staffing.

- Provides performance feedback and completes evaluations that are timely and constructive.

- With the assistance of HR and the department head, handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

- BA or BS degree preferred, or additional equivalent experience. MBA or JD a plus.

- Marketing, business development, or public relations experience preferred.

- Ability to work well with attorneys and collaboratively with the MCD team is critical.

- Excellent organizational skills required. Able to manage concurrent, significant projects with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

- Ability to see both the forest and the trees: strategic thinker with ability to focus on tactics and process.

- Basic Microsoft Office application skills required, with an interest and aptitude for technology solutions preferred.

Professional office atmosphere. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing for prolonged periods. Position requires occasional off-hour meetings and events.

Travel may also be required to firm office locations during the business week for meetings and events, although some overnight/weekend travel may be expected.

At this time, this position allows for a hybrid schedule, generally in-office two to three days per week. Additional days in-office may be required depending on business need and the demands of specific tasks. The hybrid work structure may change at any time, including the number of in-office days requirement.

Holland & Hart offers of employment take into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance.

The Colorado and Nevada salary range is $94,152.85 to $156,921.42 annually. A discretionary bonus may be available based upon performance.

The application window is anticipated to close on or after Monday, August 31, 2026. Holland & Hart reserves the right to close the position prior to or after this date.