Senior Manager, Client Development
$220,000–$250,000 year
On-site · New York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Client Development will lead strategic client engagement efforts for the Fund Transactions (Secondaries) & GP Stakes, focusing on business development strategies and market positioning. This role requires significant experience in finance or client development within professional services. Responsibilities include developing pitches and proposals, overseeing event logistics, managing marketing materials, and providing market insights. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential. The position also involves mentoring junior team members and ensuring high-quality client interactions.
Required Qualifications
- Significant experience (6-8 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.
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and advise senior stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling messaging.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and credibility in partner-facing interactions.
Desired Qualifications
- 6 years as a marketing, secondaries, investment banking, financial services-related role is highly desirable
- Prior experience in marketing and business development field at a law firm is helpful
- Experience with website maintenance and/or Client Relationship Management (CRM) system experience
- Familiarity with Pitchbook and Preqin
- Familiarity with experience management databases such as Content Pilot or Foundation
Additional Requirements
- Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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