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Business Development Specialist

Davis Wright Tremaine
$77,000 to $88,000 ($39.49 to $45.13 hourly).Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate's education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law
dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, sick time, short term disability, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), remote work
United States, New York, New York
1251 6th Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2026
Description
This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for a Business Development Specialist to join our team in our Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, or Washington D.C. offices.
We offer a hybrid work engagement with two days o f remote work, and three days in-office.
This position is a vital part of our Business Development team and vision to enhance our organization's ability to win more business and collaborate more closely with clients. The Business Development Specialist will gather, review, and analyze key business metrics to devise strategies for growth, conduct business and client development research on companies and clients to identify opportunities, lead on special projects and initiatives, and prepare responses to pitches and proposal requests This will include analyzing client engagement within client teams, industry teams, and practice groups.They will also help lead in coordination with BD managers and director in the development of strategic plans, legal directory submissions, and event coordination. Experience in supporting corporate practices preferred.
At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.
On a typical day you will:
  • Develop business plans to set sales goals in coordination with Business Development supervisor and other key stakeholders
  • Analyze client engagement (e.g., KPIs for marketing and business development activities) and make business development recommendations based on research insights to aid in the execution of the firm's strategic plan
  • Gather, review, and analyze business and industry data, including KPIs, financial reports and other key metrics using data analytics tools
  • Coordinate and draft pitches and RFP responses, including coordinating between lawyers, business development managers, marketing, and pricing
  • Create reports for supervisor
  • Work concurrently on a variety of projects and requests in an accurate and timely manner with a solutions-oriented approach
  • Support practice and industry events, including drafting invites, tracking attendees, measuring ROI, and formulating and executing follow-up strategies

Join us if you have:

  • 4+ years' experience working in a marketing or business/client development role within a law firm.
  • 2+ years' experience communicating findings and plans to stakeholders in the business in a clear and actionable manner.
  • 2+ years' experience with researching competitive and client data and use of law firm tools such as Foundation, InterAction, Leopard solutions, pitchbook, Bloomberg, and others of the like.
  • 2+ years' experience tracking sales leads and identifying opportunities using a CRM and other research tools required. The firm currently uses InTapp DealCloud.
  • 13+ years' experience in drafting pitches and proposals with a keen eye for detail.
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Demonstrated project management, pitch and proposal, and data tracking experience are required.

Who We Are

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 10 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service a nd look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client's and each lawyer's work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

What's in it For You?

DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to:
  • Choice of health and vision insurance plans
  • 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work
  • Dental plan
  • Fertility and adoption benefit
  • Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
  • Retirement contribution
This job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.
Washington State
The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $77,000 to $88,000 ($39.49 to $45.13 hourly).Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate's education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program. For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.
California
The annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $77,000 to $88,000 ($39.49 to $45.13 hourly); and in San Francisco is $84,000 to $88,000 ($43.08 to $45.13 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.
New York
The annualized salary range for this position in New York City is $83,000 to $88,000 ($42.56 to $45.13 hourly). Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.
District of Columbia
The annualized salary range for this position in Washington D.C. is$78,000 to $88,000 ($40.00 to $45.13 hourly).Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals-including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession-can have, and can see, paths to success.Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement.Learn more about the firm's commitment to DEI here: www.dwt.com/dei.
Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email [emailprotected] .
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