BD & Marketing Sr. Project Manager

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Summary

The Business Development & Marketing Senior Project Manager, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, provides executive level project management and operational support to the Chief Marketing & Business Development Officer (CMBDO) on her responsibilities as they relate to Global Disputes Business Development and US Marketing. The role works closely with senior leaders across the Marketing & Business Development (MBD) and Finance functions to advance firm and departmental initiatives. This position is responsible for managing complex, multi stakeholder projects; preparing leadership and partnership materials; analyzing trends and return on investment (ROI); supporting change management initiatives; and improving processes that enhance client service, operational efficiency, and team effectiveness. 
Location

This position is preferably located in our New York office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
 
Responsibilities
 

Executive & Project Management Support

• Serve as the primary executive level project manager supporting the CMBDO.
• Manage complex firmwide and departmental initiatives, ensuring clear scope, timelines, accountability, and progress tracking.
• Develop agendas, manage meetings, and produce leadership updates, reports, partner briefings, and presentation materials.
• Prepare initial draft presentations and written materials for CMBDO use.
• Maintain departmental organizational charts and act as a liaison between recruiting and the CMBDO on staffing needs.
   

Strategic Initiatives & Process Improvement

• Support development and implementation of best practices related to onboarding, AI adoption, content standardization, and value propositions.
• Conduct research on innovative approaches, analyze findings, and prepare recommendations for leadership.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce costs, and strengthen the firm’s competitive position.
• Support change management planning and execution for MBD initiatives.  
• Improve lawyer facing materials on intranet and improve team resources on intranet.
   

Financial, Data & ROI Support

• Assist with the firm budgeting process and administration of invoices.
• Track data, analyze trends, and capture ROI metrics in CRM systems where appropriate.
• Manage and evaluate the firm’s sports ticket program, including recommendations related to utilization and ROI.   
   

Coordination, Communication & Relationship Management

• Coordinate extensive international and domestic travel, including U.S. and International travel, utilizing firm administrative support as appropriate.
• Maintain calendars and schedules, coordinating across multiple stakeholders to advance projects efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships to ensure effective collaboration across teams and functions.
• Draft internal communications around strategic MBD project implementation.
• Partner with leadership to support training, mentoring, and professional development initiatives for business services.
             

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.           

Desired Skills   

Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred. Strong project management skills are required to oversee multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously. Candidates must be able to analyze complex information, identify trends, and turn data into actionable insights. Excellent written and verbal communication, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment are essential, as is exceptional discretion. The role also requires a proven record of developing AI solutions and prompts, advanced Microsoft Office proficiency, and effective use of AI tools.
 

Minimum Education                        

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
   

Minimum Years of Experience  

• 10+ years’ experience supporting large, complex projects and providing executive level support. 

Essential Job Expectations  

All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our culture. Specific expectations include:  

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.  

• Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.  

• Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.  

• Comply with firm policies and procedures.  

• Maintain confidence as required in a law firm environment.  

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.    

Work Environment    

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future. 
Disclaimer    

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. 
 

Application Process     

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. 
 

Accommodation    

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected]. 
 

Agency applications will not be considered.     
 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship or support.
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $149,279 - $197,799 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. 

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