Business Development Director - Strategic Transactions

Michael Page International

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$280,000–$338,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Biology, Brand Strategy, Budget Management, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Business Development, Capital Markets, Coaching, Competitive Research, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer/Client Research, Executive Recruiting, Finance, Leadership, Legal, Marketing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Professional Services, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Request for Proposals (RFP), Return on Investment (ROI), Revenue Growth, Service Delivery, Strategic Planning, Team Player
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
1 day ago
This senior business development leader acts as a trusted advisor to practice leadership, driving integrated marketing and client development strategies. The role focuses on revenue growth, client relationship expansion, brand visibility, and commercial excellence across strategic transaction practices.Client DetailsOur client is a global law firm with a collaborative culture and a strong emphasis on strategic growth. The firm combines deep sector expertise with integrated marketing and business development capabilities, supporting partners and client teams through data‑driven, commercially focused initiatives that strengthen client relationships and market presenceDescriptionDevelop and execute integrated marketing and client development strategies aligned with firm and practice prioritiesAct as a trusted commercial advisor to partners and practice leadersLead pitching, targeting, and new business generation initiativesOversee proposals, RFPs, fee arrangements, and pitch preparationMonitor market and competitor activity and apply insights in real timeManage budgets, track ROI, and drive efficiency across BD activityLead, coach, and develop a team of business development professionalsOversee CRM usage, reporting, and data analytics on client engagementDeliver business development training and coaching to partners and teamsCollaborate with finance, marketing, and client operations on service delivery and campaignsEnsure consistent, high‑quality external materials, awards submissions, and web contentDrive internal knowledge sharing and reporting on business development successProfileThe successful candidate will be a senior business development leader with at least 12 years' experience in a large professional services or corporate environment, ideally with exposure to M&A, life sciences, or capital markets. They will demonstrate executive presence, strong people leadership, commercial judgment, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders without direct authority. A bachelor's degree is required; an MBA or JD is preferred. Experience in the legal sector is advantageous.Job OfferCompetitive annual base salary ranging from $280,000 to $338,000 and eligible to receive annual bonus.Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.A senior leadership role with significant strategic influenceDirect partnership with practice and firm leadershipResponsibility for shaping and executing firmwide BD strategyTeam leadership and the opportunity to build high‑performing functionsPage Executive is the global executive search, senior leadership recruitment, and executive advisory arm of PageGroup plc. PageGroup PLC was established in the United Kingdom in 1976. With over 45 years of experience, PageGroup is a globally recognized leader in professional recruitment. Operating across 36 markets with more than 130 offices, our expertise spans multiple industries and job functions. We provide tailored recruitment solutions through four distinct brands.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/