Business Development Counsel

Position Summary

Ogletree Deakins' expanding Client Services department has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Counsel. The Business Development Counsel drafts, edits, and coordinates content for Request for Proposal (RFP) responses, pitches, and other business development materials. This position works closely with attorneys throughout the proposal process, from initial intake through final submission, and helps ensure that each response reflects the firm's value proposition and key differentiators.

Essential Functions

Proposal Process (Intake Through Submission)

Reviews and analyzes RFPs and pitch requests to determine requirements and scope

Holds kickoff calls with attorney stakeholders to align proposal strategy

Drafts initial proposals

Provides strategic input to attorneys on proposals

Reviews and edits legal strategy sections within proposals

Coordinates with attorneys and other departments to confirm all proposal requirements are met

Compiles and completes all necessary documents and attachments for submissions

Completes final review and submits the final proposal

Data Platform and Reporting

Searches the firm's databases/platforms for information to include in proposals

Maintains marketing content within the proposal platform

Prepares reports on RFP team statistics for leadership

Client and Market Research

Conducts research on prospective and current clients to inform proposal strategy

Occasional in-office attendance for training or team meetings may be required. Depending on location, this position may also require occasional travel for team or departmental meetings.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

3+ years of experience as a practicing attorney

Strong writing, proofreading, and analytical skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with a wide range of individuals and respond to inquiries in a timely manner

Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to shifting deadlines, and act with a sense of urgency when needed

Ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team

Proven project management skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment

Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion with sensitive client and business information

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred

Experience with Foundation or similar proposal platform

Experience using AI tools to increase efficiency, including in drafting

Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.

Wage Transparency

The pay range for this remote position varies by location. Pursuant to the applicable state and local regulations the pay range for each location is listed below. Actual compensation is contingent on relevant experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and the benefits described below .

Ogletree is a multi-state employer. The pay ranges listed reflect compensation for the specific location identified. For roles performed in locations not listed, compensation will be determined based on the applicable location for the position.

California: Pay range $118,643 - $189,904

Colorado: Pay range $125,299 - $172,286

Connecticut: Pay range $125,299 - $181,095

Hawaii: Pay range $138,112 - $189,904

Illinois: Pay range $131,706 - $181,095

Jersey City, New Jersey: Pay range $138,112 - $189,904

Maryland: Pay range $118,643 - $163,134

Massachusetts: Pay range $138,112 - $189,904

Minnesota: Pay range $118,643 - $163,134

Nevada: Pay range $114,899 - $157,986

New Jersey: Pay range $138,112 - $189,904

New York City, New York: Pay range $138,112 - $189,904

New York State: Pay range $$114,899 - $189,904

Ohio: Pay range $114,899 - $157,986

Rhode Island: Pay range $114,899 - $163,134

Washington, D.C.: Pay range $131,706 - $181,095

Washington (State): Pay range $131,706 - $181,095

Benefits

Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please e-mail Andrew Doucet at Andrew.Doucet@Ogletreedeakins.com with “Business Development Counsel" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.

Firm Overview

Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 60 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.

We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Proposal Process (Intake Through Submission)

Reviews and analyzes RFPs and pitch requests to determine requirements and scope

Holds kickoff calls with attorney stakeholders to align proposal strategy

Drafts initial proposals

Provides strategic input to attorneys on proposals

Reviews and edits legal strategy sections within proposals

Coordinates with attorneys and other departments to confirm all proposal requirements are met

Compiles and completes all necessary documents and attachments for submissions

Completes final review and submits the final proposal

Data Platform and Reporting

Searches the firm's databases/platforms for information to include in proposals

Maintains marketing content within the proposal platform

Prepares reports on RFP team statistics for leadership

Client and Market Research

Conducts research on prospective and current clients to inform proposal strategy

Occasional in-office attendance for training or team meetings may be required. Depending on location, this position may also require occasional travel for team or departmental meetings.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

3+ years of experience as a practicing attorney

Strong writing, proofreading, and analytical skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with a wide range of individuals and respond to inquiries in a timely manner

Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to shifting deadlines, and act with a sense of urgency when needed

Ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team

Proven project management skills, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment

Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion with sensitive client and business information

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred

Experience with Foundation or similar proposal platform

Experience using AI tools to increase efficiency, including in drafting

Please note, we are not working with outside recruiters for this position.