Business Development Representative - Law Firm Partnernships

The Opportunity: Join TopDog Law and Build Something MeaningfulThis role is an opportunity to:Join a rapidly growing national firm at a formative stageMake a visible, measurable impact on a rapidly growing businessGrow your skills, responsibility, and influence as the firm scalesWork alongside high-caliber, mission-driven teammates who care deeply about doing great workWe are looking for people who don’t just want a job, they want purpose and impact.What You’ll DoIn this role, you will be responsible for:Identify and close new PI law firm referral partnerships across target states and case typesEvaluate prospective partners objectively — conversion rates, fall-off, case value, and litigation approach — holding partners to what the data shows, not what they sayNegotiate and close contracts and fee splitsManage your pipeline with discipline — consistent outreach drives meetings, meetings drive data reviews, data reviews drive signed partnersTap internal data, referral networks, and external relationships to source and vet the right firmsSurface issues early: here’s the problem, what I tried, my recommendation, what I need from youIdentifying opportunities to improve systems, processes, or outcomes—not just following existing playbooksAt TopDog Law, everyone is expected to think critically, communicate clearly, and take ownership of their work.How This Role Drives the BusinessYou’ll own the front end of our partner network, finding the right law firms, evaluating them on objective performance criteria, and getting them signed. This is not a relationship management role. The bar for entry is performance data, and you’ll use it to make smart, defensible decisions about who we work with.This role is critical to our success because it:Directly impacts [clients / revenue / case outcomes / team efficiency]Supports speed, quality, and consistency as we scaleHelps protect and elevate the TopDog Law brand and client experienceStrengthens the foundation needed to grow responsibly and sustainablyWhat Success Looks LikeWithin your first 6–12 months, success in this role looks like:Structured, measurable pipeline with clear visibility at every stageSigned partners that are performing, not just signedLaw firm decision-makers who trust your process and engage openlyYou proactively surface market intel without being askedYou consistently deliver on commitments with minimal oversightYou proactively identify issues and propose solutionsYour work raises the bar for quality, clarity, and follow-throughYou are viewed as a reliable, trusted partner by teammates and leadersYou contribute positively to team energy, morale, and momentumQualificationsRequired:3–5 years in B2B sales or business development — preferably in professional services or legalProven closer who can run a full process from cold outreach to signed agreementData-first — you evaluate partners with numbers, not gut feel or relationship biasThrives in a remote environment — builds trust and credibility naturally over video and phoneHigh ownership and self-motivation — you set your own bar and hold yourself to itPassionate about building a best-in-class partner network that drives real outcomes for shared clientsComfortable negotiating contract terms and fee economicsPI/legal industry experience helpful but not requiredStrong communication skills—written and verbalAbility to think critically, prioritize effectively, and execute with speedNice to Have:Experience in a fast-growing or high-volume environmentComfort with ambiguity and evolving systemsExperience in legal, professional services, or client-centric organizationsAbout TopDog LawTopDog Law is a nationally scaling, fully-integrated, personal injury law firm built for impact, excellence, and growth. We own the client experience end-to-end, from marketing and intake through litigation, because we believe how we do the work matters just as much as what we achieve.We are building a high-performance, high-trust, no-ego culture where talented people do meaningful work, grow quickly, and take pride in what they build together. This is not a legacy law firm. This is a rocket ship, and we’re assembling the team that will take it to the next level.If you thrive in fast-moving environments, love taking ownership and being held accountable, and want to be part of something you can help shape, not just maintain, you’ll feel right at home here.Our StoryTopDog Law is not your typical law firm. We believe that world-class marketing, paired with exceptional legal talent and operations, creates better experiences and outcomes for clients and the business alike.Over the past three years, we’ve grown 2–3x year over year, setting a new standard on the marketing side of the personal injury space and proving what’s possible when strategy, speed, and execution align. Now, we’re applying that same discipline and innovation to law firm operations, case management, and execution as we scale nationally and fully integrate.We are intentional