Business Development Manager - Private Equity - Law Firm

Euro London Appointments; Paris; Sur place; EUR 73 000 - 86 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading international business law firm is seeking a Business Development Manager for its Private Equity practice in Paris. The role demands significant experience in business development within the legal sector, with a focus on driving BD strategies and enhancing market presence. Responsibilities include managing pitches and client development initiatives while fostering collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong grasp of Private Equity transactions and the ability to manage a team effectively. Compensation can reach up to 86k€ annually, with bonuses and various benefits offered.

Prestations

Annual bonuses

25 days annual leave

Transportation allowance

Meal vouchers

Qualifications

• Significant business development experience in Private Equity services within a law firm.
• Proven ability to work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders.
• Experience in team management is highly desirable.

Responsabilités

• Own and drive Private Equity pitches from strategy to delivery.
• Translate global Private Equity strategy into local action.
• Build strong relationships with global BD and marketing teams.
• Identify cross-practice and cross-border growth opportunities.
• Use data to inform decisions and provide clear BD reporting.

Connaissances

Business development experience

Understanding of Private Equity transactions

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Data analytics

Description du poste

A leading international business law firm specializing in advising public and private companies, financial institutions, and governmental organizations is looking for a Business Development Manager for the Private Equity practice in their office in the heart of Paris.

This role offers high exposure to Partners, international teams and strategic firm-wide initiatives.

You will work in the BD & Marketing cluster within an international and challenging environment. You will report to the Senior Head of Business Development & Marketing for PE and manage a team of 2 Senior Business Development Advisors.

You will work closely with 2 Partners and Associates of the firm in Paris to implement the Business Development strategy for the PE practice.

You will be a critical contributor to the firm’s PE business development agenda, driving high-quality delivery, global alignment, and initiatives that support both client evolution and the firm’s long-term growth strategy.

Responsibilities :

• Own and drive Private Equity pitches-to-end, from strategy to delivery, in close collaboration with partners, lawyers and global teams. Elevate the practice’s market profile through directories, rankings and high-impact submissions.
• Translate global Private Equity strategy into local action, ensuring full alignment with firm-wide and sector priorities. Use market and client insight to prioritise targets and drive focused BD campaigns.
• Act as a connector across the firm, building strong relationships with global BD, marketing and shared services teams. Champion best practices, systems and templates to deliver efficiency and consistency.
• Drive client development and cross-selling, identifying cross-practice and cross-border growth opportunities. Support relationship partners with targeted action plans and shared market intelligence.
• Use data to inform decisions, leveraging CRM, pipeline and analytics tools to provide clear BD reporting and actionable insights. Track competitors and client movements to shape strategic priorities.

Profile required :

• Significant business development experience in Private Equity services within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Solid understanding of Private Equity transactions, fund structures and market dynamics.
• Proven ability to work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders.
• Experience in team management is highly desirable.
• Comfortable operating under pressure in a demanding, high-performance environment.

Salary & Benefits :

• Up to 86k€/year depending on experience and profile
• Annual bonuses along with individual objectives (up to 20%)
• 25 days of congés annuels + your birthday off + 2 days off during Christmas period
• Profit sharing
• Meal voucher / Transportation allowance / Mutuelle
• CSE