BD Executive (Restructuring, Funds, Litigation)

Carter Murray; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is looking for a Business Development Executive to drive BD activities for restructuring and litigation teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or related environment. Responsibilities include supporting BD managers, assisting with events, and conducting client research. This is an opportunity to work autonomously in an evolving firm.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a law firm, professional services, or business environment is a plus.
• Experience with CRM systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to BD Managers and the Client Events Director on various initiatives.
• Assist with client events and conferences, handling logistics and coordination.
• Support client relations and firm promotion efforts.
• Draft and produce attorney bios, practice profiles, and brochures.
• Conduct research on current and prospective clients.
• Prepare drafts of pitches and RFPs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Writing and editing skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Contact Relationship Management (CRM) systems

Job description

This Business Development Executive opportunity sits in a leading US law firm and will play a key role in driving business development activities for the restructuring, funds and litigation teams. Working closely with the Senior Business Development Manager, this is a really exciting opportunity to come into an evolving firm and have the opportunity to work autonomously and progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to BD Managers and the Client Events Director on various BD, events, and marketing initiatives.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of client events and conferences, including logistics and coordination with attorneys.
• Support activities related to client relations and firm promotion, including media relations.
• Draft and produce attorney bios, practice profiles, brochures, and presentation materials.
• Assist with legal directory and award submissions.
• Conduct research on current and prospective clients using internal databases and other resources.
• Maintain client initiative and targeting trackers.
• Prepare drafts of pitches and RFPs, including executive summaries.
• Coordinate logistics for pitch / RFP production and delivery.
• Participate in matter maintenance of the firm’s tracking system, including updates and data collection for directories and awards.

Personal Specification

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-2 years of experience in a law firm, professional services, or business environment is a plus.
• Experience with Contact Relationship Management (CRM) systems is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities, including writing, editing, and presentation skills.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.