Client Development Manager, Operations

Global Operations Team Member

Join Goodwin's Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world's most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team all business professionals at the firm you'll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we're not just supporting a law firm; we're partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we're proud to have been recognized as the "Best Business Team" by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

The Client Development Manager Operations drives strategic execution, operational excellence, and effective communication across the Client Development (CD) team. Reporting to the Managing Director, Client Development, and collaborating with the Chief Client Development Relationship Officer, this role ensures seamless department operations and supports leadership priorities. This individual will collaborate deeply with client development leaders, business professionals, and technology partners to ensure seamless execution of client-facing initiatives. The position is ideal for a high-performing professional passionate about process improvement, executive communications, and operational excellence.

What You Will Do :

Strategic Planning, Execution & Impact

• Define, operationalize, and measure strategic priorities in partnership with leadership; support annual and quarterly planning, business strategy, and budgeting through development of processes and infrastructure.
• Establish and maintain status reporting and KPIs for key initiatives; drive completion and assess impact.
• Plan and facilitate leadership meetings, including agenda development, decision enablement, documentation, and follow-up.
• Act as a trusted advisor and sounding board to the leadership team on strategy, execution, and operations.
• Champion employee engagement and foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.

Operational Excellence

Department Communications & Stakeholder Coordination

Who You Are :

Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including :

Consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process in the US, contact the Benefits Department by email or by phone at 617-570-1800. To request any disability or neurodivergence related accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process in the UK or Germany, please email the Recruiting Department. Any information you provide will be in the strictest confidence, and only used for the purpose of providing the accommodations needed. Requesting accommodations will not adversely affect the outcome of your application. This position is eligible for overtime : No The Target Salary Range For This Position Varies By Location And Is Commensurate With Relevant Experience : $130,000.00 - $180,000.00.