Global Head of Sector Program

Company: Dentons
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Overview

As Head of Global Sectors you will lead the firm’s industry sector strategy to drive revenue growth and strengthen client relationships. You will collaborate with Sector Leaders, Relationship Partners, Practice Leaders, and Firm Leadership to develop sector growth plans and deliver integrated, cross-border solutions. You will build senior-level client relationships, pursue strategic opportunities, and guide a team of Sector Managers. Your role helps position the firm in priority industries and shape global industry initiatives with a focus on commercial excellence.

Pay / Benefits

  • Remuneration and benefits package

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the firm’s global sector strategy and growth priorities
  • Drive revenue growth across priority sectors through strategic client development
  • Identify and advance significant opportunities with Sector Leaders, Relationship Partners, and client teams
  • Create sector-specific go-to-market strategies aligning firm capabilities with client needs
  • Build and maintain relationships with senior client stakeholders and industry leaders
  • Promote cross-practice, cross-regional collaboration to deliver integrated client solutions
  • Align sector strategies with the firm’s client and key account programs
  • Lead and develop a team of Sector Managers and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability
  • Monitor sector performance, pipeline activity, and growth initiatives to ensure execution against objectives

Key requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred
  • 10+ years in client development, strategic account management, sector leadership, business development, or sales leadership within professional services
  • Significant law firm experience strongly preferred with understanding of legal services and complex client relationships
  • Proven track record in growth strategy development and revenue impact
  • Experience engaging with senior client executives and leading strategic BD initiatives
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead initiatives in a global, matrixed organization
  • Strategic client development and revenue growth
  • Executive relationship management
  • Cross-border and cross-practice collaboration
  • Commercial acumen and market insight
  • Strong communication and influencing skills
  • Strategic thinking
  • Client-focused leadership
  • Stakeholder influence
  • Strategic planning
  • Market analysis
  • Executive relationship management

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Posted: October 16th, 2026