Business Development Manager (m / w / x) M&A

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global law firm seeks a Business Development Manager to enhance client strategies and support M&A initiatives. The role involves collaboration with senior stakeholders, managing proposals, and leveraging Salesforce for business development. Ideal candidates will have a legal background, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to client engagement.

Qualifikationen

• Significant experience in professional services, preferably legal.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English.
• Proficiency in project management and multi-tasking.

Aufgaben

• Support M&A/Corporate group with strategic tasks.
• Prepare proposals, pitches, and manage activities in Salesforce.
• Produce content and manage campaigns to enhance engagement.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Project Management

Teamwork

Relationship Building

Flexibility

Curiosity

Ausbildung

Degree-level education

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

FRESHFIELDS OVERVIEW

Freshfields is a global law firm providing top-tier business law advice. We aim to be the go-to firm for legal matters that matter most to our clients, wherever they are in the world. The firm employs over 2,400 lawyers across 28 offices worldwide, serving national and multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governments.

Our people are our strength. We foster a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We value diversity as it brings fresh perspectives and ideas. We are passionate about our work and committed to excellence, working collaboratively in teams.

We operate globally, acting as one firm regardless of office location. We excel at cross-border work, understanding the complexities of different legal systems and cultures, and bridging language gaps.

We strive to add value in all we do, helping our clients succeed through our experience and creativity. We also aim to make a positive impact on the communities where we operate.

About Marketing & Business Development (MBD)

MBD is a dynamic global team comprising business development specialists, research analysts, and marketing and communications experts. We shape the firm’s client strategy, analyze business issues, identify opportunities, develop proposals, and create marketing campaigns to enhance our digital presence. Our goal is to define the client experience and enhance Freshfields' reputation worldwide.

ROLE SUMMARY

This role requires excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships with senior internal stakeholders across the region and globally. The candidate should be experienced in working collaboratively with BD colleagues and specialists in branding, marketing, communications, events, and research.

The Business Development Manager should have experience in a law firm environment, preferably with knowledge of the German legal market. Experience in an M&A or related practice BD role is advantageous, or experience supporting multiple practice groups or as a specialist in areas like pitching, client targeting, campaigns, content creation, directory submissions, or key account management. The role involves leveraging existing expertise while also being eager to learn and expand skills across regions.

The manager will work closely with Germany- and Austria-based M&A and real estate partners to provide high-quality BD support and capitalize on regional opportunities with key clients.

The responsibilities include:

• Understanding the challenges and opportunities in the M&A/Corporate group and supporting the Senior Manager in executing strategic tasks.
• Collaborating with lawyers to prepare and manage compelling credentials, proposals, pitches, RFP responses, and tracking these activities in Salesforce.
• Producing and managing practice content, campaigns, events, directory submissions, and awards to increase engagement and enhance the firm's reputation.
• Supporting webinars, events, and initiatives to elevate the group's profile and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
• Using technical skills and tools like Salesforce to analyze trends, gather client background information, and identify growth opportunities.
• Building trusted relationships with senior internal stakeholders and MBD colleagues to foster a 'one team' mindset.
• Contributing to continuous improvement in the firm’s BD approach, including coaching colleagues and sharing knowledge via centralized tools like Foundation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential:

• Degree-level education with significant experience in professional services, preferably legal.
• Excellent communication skills in both German and English, with strong business writing, grammar, and proofreading abilities.
• Strong multi-tasking and project management skills, capable of managing deadlines and adapting to changing priorities under pressure.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations.
• Excellent teamworking and relationship-building skills, internally and externally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of CRM systems, with Salesforce experience a plus.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, with a desire to develop into a well-rounded M&A/Corporate BD professional.