Marketing and Business Development Manager📣 Job Ad

About Greenberg Traurig and the Role

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, is seeking a Marketing and Business Development Manager for its Riyadh office in Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to supporting the firm's strategic growth and enhancing its brand presence within the Kingdom.

Role Purpose and Context

The Marketing and Business Development Manager will support a variety of marketing and business development initiatives, with a primary focus on elevating the firm’s brand within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role works directly with the Senior Regional Marketing & Business Development Manager and the Director of Marketing & Client Management, operating as an integral part of the firm’s marketing and business development team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with attorneys, serving as a point of contact for day-to-day requests and marketing/business development needs, while understanding market dynamics, office initiatives, and key client representations.
• Strategize with shareholders on responses to RFPs and proposals, including analyzing market research and business sector insights, in coordination with practice and office professionals. This involves drafting responses, coordinating research, preparing presentations, and managing the full RFP process.
• Maintain databases and other lists of panel appointments and related government RFP portals.
• Coordinate responses to marketing surveys, directories, and local/national nominations.
• Collaborate with events and practice professionals to plan, organize, and host client events, including the preparation of conference/webinar materials. Manage all aspects of events, from concept and agenda development with attorneys to invitations and venue coordination, evaluating return on investment and managing budgets.
• Support attorney on-boarding and integration processes.
• Prepare welcome materials for new attorneys, including working with lateral shareholders to facilitate integration and prioritize internal meetings.
• Coordinate the flow of information from attorneys to marketing professionals.
• Work with the Senior Marketing & Business Development Manager to ensure content on the website, biographies, and other marketing systems is current and updated.
• Assist individual shareholders and practice group leaders in developing, implementing, and supporting business plans aligned with practice and firm strategic goals.
• Manage a variety of short-term and long-term projects and attorney requests.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled professional with 5-10 years of relevant experience, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This role requires strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in tasks. Candidates should demonstrate a dedicated work ethic, a proactive attitude, and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for effective collaboration across teams and delivering exceptional client service. A client-focused mindset, initiative, adaptability, and innovation are key attributes for success in this position.

Work Environment and Reporting

This position is based in Greenberg Traurig's Riyadh office and requires an in-office presence five days a week, from Sunday to Thursday. The Marketing and Business Development Manager reports directly to the Director of Marketing.

Application Process

Greenberg Traurig invites qualified candidates to apply for this role. Further details regarding the application submission will be provided upon inquiry.