Business Development & Marketing Manager

Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.

The firm is seeking a Business Development and Marketing Manager to join our growing team. In this exciting, high-visibility role, you will help drive success for attorneys who serve as trusted counsel to life sciences clients, start-ups, innovators, leading sector companies, and pioneers of groundbreaking technology. You’ll partner with those attorneys to strengthen client relationships, generate new business opportunities, and enhance relationships with venture capital funds and other key industry players. This position will report to the Director of Business Development – Life Sciences.

This position is available as a hybrid work schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior BD and Marketing colleagues and attorneys to drive client engagement.

• Support attorneys in cultivating relationships with target prospects, clients, and VC funds.

• Serve as a project manager for a variety of marketing projects and campaigns.

• Develop compelling materials for pitches, proposals, events, and client meetings.

• Deliver actionable market intelligence on clients, competitors, and investors.

• Track and enhance business development efforts through Salesforce.

• Coordinate speaking opportunities, sponsorships, and involvement in high-impact industry events.

• Collaborate across groups to support cross-practice initiatives.

• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to BD team best practices.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, JD, or equivalent experience a plus.

• 5+ years in business development or marketing roles at a top law firm, investment bank, VC/PE firm, or consulting/advisory environment.

• Strong research, analysis, and market-mapping skills.

• Proven ability to collaborate with senior partners and deliver results under pressure.

• A proactive self-starter who thrives on managing multiple high-profile projects.

The primary location for this job posting is in Palo Alto, but other locations may be listed. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows:

Palo Alto, San Francisco: $131,750 - $178,250 per year. Boston: $119,000 - $161,000 per year.

The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits information can be found here. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).