BD Manager, Capital Markets - Derivatives & Structured Products

Linklaters; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Free in-house fitness centre

Flexible savings options

Electric car and cycle to work schemes

Job summary

A global law firm is seeking a BD Manager for its Capital Markets practice focusing on Derivatives and Structured Products in London. The role involves developing strategies, nurturing client relationships, and leveraging data insights for business growth. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in business development, a deep understanding of the derivatives market, and possess a relevant degree. The position offers a hybrid working model and a robust benefits package including health insurance and flexible savings options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within professional services with focus on Capital Markets.
• Experience working across global teams for effectiveness.
• Confident in fostering cross-selling opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement BD strategies for Derivatives & Structured Products.
• Ensure client targeting aligns with global priorities.
• Strengthen relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Business development experience

Understanding of derivatives markets

Analytical ability

Relationship building

Education

Degree in marketing, business or related field

Job description

BD Manager, Capital Markets - Derivatives & Structured Products

Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices.

About the role

We are looking for a business development specialist to accelerate profitable growth for our Capital Markets practice, with particular focus on Derivatives and Structured Products. You will work collaboratively with lawyers and global Business Development & Marketing colleagues to identify strategic opportunities, deliver data-led intelligence, drive cross-selling, and lead client-centric initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement BD strategies and plans to position Linklaters as a market leader in Derivatives & Structured Products.
• Ensure client targeting and growth strategies align with the firm's global priorities.
• Strengthen relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, and facilitate cross-selling across practices and regions.
• Drive and leverage data insights for horizon scanning, opportunity spotting, and pipeline management.
• Lead on market-leading pitch and panel submissions, contributing strategic input to win work for the practice.
• Monitor external trends and gather market intelligence to inform BD activities.
• Maximise use of technology, data tools, and global resources to deliver proactive, targeted insights.
• Collaborate directly with global product teams to build and maintain a strong network across offices and the BDM function.

Qualifications

• Proven business development experience within professional services, specifically in Capital Markets with exposure to Derivatives and Structured Products.
• Deep understanding of derivatives markets, structured finance products, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics.
• Track record of developing and executing strategies to deliver organisational growth.
• Experience working across global teams and leveraging international resources for BD effectiveness.
• Strong analytical ability in using data and market intelligence for BD decision-making.
• Confident relationship builder, with skills in fostering cross-selling opportunities and supporting high-impact pitches.
• Degree in marketing, business or a related field (advanced qualifications in leadership or marketing preferred).

Location & Working Model

This role is based at the Linklaters London office with a hybrid working model available.

Benefits

Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include:

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships
• Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments

Finance

• Pension and flexible savings options
• Income protection and life assurance
• Mortgage advice and will-writing services

Family & Lifestyle

• Electric car and cycle to work schemes
• Emergency family care
• Additional holiday/birthday leave
• Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave
• Travel insurance and season ticket loan
• Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality Network, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)

Apply

If you think this role would suit you, please click apply below. We look forward to hearing from you!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services