Paris Private Equity BD Lead — Growth & Strategy

Linklaters Italy; Paris; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Linklaters in Paris seeks a Business Development specialist to drive Private Equity growth, align BD strategies with global priorities, and nurture client relationships. The role emphasizes cross-border collaboration, data-driven insights, and delivering high-impact client-focused BD activities.

You will work under the BD Lead, Private Equity, and Manager, Country BD Leads, supporting regional and global efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development supporting Private Equity services.
• Ability to collaborate across global teams and functions.
• Experience contributing to pitch materials and client proposals.
• Analytical skills with ability to interpret market data and identify opportunities.
• Knowledge of cross-selling strategies in professional services.

Responsibilities

• Draft and execute growth strategies for the Private Equity practice in Paris.
• Support BD plan creation aligned with firm priorities.
• Draft and review business plans with KPIs and timelines.
• Monitor plan delivery and adapt tactics based on results.
• Collaborate with Private Equity leaders to embed strategy in team activities.
• Align Private Equity targeting with global firm strategy and goals.
• Work with client teams to align Private Equity targeting to enterprise goals.
• Lead on pitches and insight-driven submissions for Private Equity.

Skills

BD strategy

Private Equity

Cross-border collaboration

Client relationship management

Pitch materials

Data-driven insight

Education

Master's degree (or equivalent)

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience

Tools

CRM

Marketing data tools

Job description

Linklaters in Paris seeks a Business Development specialist to drive Private Equity growth, align BD strategies with global priorities, and nurture client relationships. The role emphasizes cross-border collaboration, data-driven insights, and delivering high-impact client-focused BD activities.

You will work under the BD Lead, Private Equity, and Manager, Country BD Leads, supporting regional and global efforts.