Director of Business Development, Corporate (AI)

Location: Hybrid role primarily based in Palo Alto; San Francisco, Palo Alto, or New York City preferred

Salary: $208,250–$281,750 per year in Palo Alto, New York, or San Francisco, plus a potential discretionary year-end merit bonus

Company

hirify.global is a legal advisor serving technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises, with approximately 1,100 attorneys across 17 offices in the United States, China, and Europe.

What you will do

• Lead marketing and business development strategy across the global Corporate Department and its practice groups.
• Partner with department chairs, practice leaders, senior partners, and cross-functional marketing teams on strategic initiatives.
• Develop events, sponsorships, public relations, social media, and go-to-market content to increase visibility and generate new business.
• Provide business intelligence on markets, clients, prospects, competitors, and individuals to identify opportunities and differentiation.
• Lead the development and management of AI-driven solutions that improve team efficiency, work product, and value.
• Manage direct reports and advise attorneys on sponsorships, client development opportunities, cross-practice initiatives, and major events.

Requirements

• College degree required; JD, MBA, or another relevant advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of marketing or client development experience, including at least five years in a BigLaw environment.
• Experience building and managing business development teams and partnering with firm leaders and rainmakers.
• Strong commercial judgment, analytical ability, verbal communication, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-visibility projects under tight deadlines and independently own projects.
• Ability to travel frequently, work extended hours as needed, and attend key events.

Culture & Benefits

• High-autonomy role reporting directly to the Chief Business Development Officer.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment focused on collegiality, hard work, and professional growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work schedule.