Assistant Manager, Client Development
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • Massachusetts • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $140,000 - $180,000 per year
About the role
- Serve as a Client Development & Engagement lead for the Funds and Boston office initiatives and pitches
- Advise partners and practice leadership on client development strategies, market trends, competitive positioning, and growth opportunities across relevant practices.
- Lead the development of strategic pitches, proposals, and responses to RFPs for Investment Funds and related specialist areas.
- Oversee research and analysis related to clients, prospects, competitors, and industry trends impacting fundraising, investment funds, private equity.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to junior Client Development & Engagement team members supporting registered Funds, Private Funds, GP Stakes and related practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Significant experience (4-7 years) in finance, business development, client development, or practice management within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong familiarity with private equity, financial institutions, investment banks; experience supporting funds or secondaries preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling messaging.
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and credibility in partner-facing interactions.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
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Soft Skills
communication skillsmentorshipprofessionalismcredibilitystrategic thinking
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree