BD Executive (Restructuring, Funds, Litigation)

Carter Murray; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Business Development Executive to enhance its business development efforts in the restructuring, funds, and litigation sectors. This role offers the chance to work closely with a Senior Business Development Manager, providing vital support in client relations, event coordination, and marketing initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a Bachelor's degree and some experience in a law firm or professional services setting. Join this dynamic firm and take your career to the next level in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities, including writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support BD Managers and Client Events Director on various initiatives.
• Assist in preparing and executing client events and conferences.
• Draft and produce attorney bios, brochures, and presentation materials.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relations

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Research 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.