BD Manager, Global law firm - 12 month FTC

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

Job summary

A leading international professional services firm is seeking a Marketing and Business Development Manager to support their Antitrust, Competition, and International Trade practices. In this role, you will drive strategic initiatives, enhance client relationships, and lead on pitches and campaigns. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in a similar role and strong communication skills. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with hybrid working available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in marketing and business development within legal or professional services.
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders and manage complex projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling and expanding client relationships.
• Advise senior stakeholders on new business opportunities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Commercial awareness

Written communication

Verbal communication

Influencing skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant post-graduate marketing or business qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Marketing and Business Development Manager – Antitrust, Competition & International Trade (12-Month FTC)

Location: London (hybrid working available)
Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term

The Opportunity

My client, a leading international professional services firm, is seeking a Marketing and Business Development Manager to support their Antitrust, Competition, and International Trade practices.

This is a fixed-term opportunity for an experienced BD and marketing professional to drive strategic initiatives, enhance client relationships, and deliver impactful campaigns across these high-profile practice areas.

You’ll work closely with practice leaders and global teams to coordinate business development activities, develop targeted marketing strategies, and raise the profile of the practices in key markets. The role offers the chance to lead on pitches, client development, and integrated campaigns, while managing and mentoring an assistant and collaborating with colleagues across regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans to support growth in Antitrust, Competition, and International Trade
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling and expanding client relationships
• Advise senior stakeholders on new business opportunities and support the creation of tailored proposals and presentations
• Coordinate and deliver responses to RFPs, pitches, and business development presentations
• Maintain and update credentials and marketing collateral for the practice areas
• Coach fee earners on business development best practice, including pitch meetings and networking
• Gather and act on client feedback to inform future strategy
• Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns to raise the profile of the practices
• Manage submissions to legal directories and industry publications, ensuring consistent messaging
• Build and optimise relationships with industry associations and activate sponsorships for client engagement
• Facilitate internal communications and knowledge sharing, including newsletters and intranet updates
• Collaborate with other BD and marketing managers to share best practice and drive thought leadership
• Lead and mentor an assistant, providing direction and supporting professional development
• Contribute to wider departmental projects and support the global team as required

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in marketing and business development within legal or professional services
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders and manage complex projects
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail
• Confident influencer and relationship builder
• Highly organised, adaptable, and able to work independently
• Experience in regulatory or commercial law is advantageous
• Relevant post-graduate marketing or business qualification is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Equal Opportunities:
As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that's why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.