Business Development Advisor

Blue Legal; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal firm in London is seeking a Business Development Advisor to support global practices in driving client relationships and revenue growth. The ideal candidate will manage pitches, marketing content, and client engagement strategies while collaborating with international teams to align initiatives with firm strategies. Previous experience in professional services business development is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Professional services BD experience beneficial.
• Ability to manage documents, events, and stakeholder needs.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key BD/marketing contact for practice lawyers and colleagues.
• Deliver high-quality pitches, content, campaigns, and events.
• Support client relationships and revenue growth initiatives.
• Drive cross-selling opportunities aligned with firm goals.
• Use data and marketing technology for targeted insights.
• Collaborate with global BD teams for strategy alignment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Proactive self-starter

Education

Degree in marketing, business, law, or related field

Job description

Overview

Blue Legal are partnering with a Magic Circle law firm who are recruiting for a Business Development Advisor to join their team. Based in London, you will support one of their global practices in driving client relationships and revenue growth. You will act as a central BD and marketing contact, coordinating with colleagues worldwide to deliver pitches, marketing content, events, directories submissions, and thought leadership. The role involves aligning practice initiatives with wider firm and sector strategies, facilitating cross-selling, and using data-driven insights to identify opportunities for client-focused business development.

The Responsibilities

• Act as a key BD/marketing contact for practice lawyers and colleagues across the firm.
• Deliver high-quality pitches, content, campaigns, and events tailored to practice opportunities.
• Support client relationship and revenue growth by implementing global and regional BD plans.
• Drive cross-selling opportunities and contribute to client targeting strategies aligned with firm goals.
• Use data, tools, and marketing technology to produce targeted insights and go-to-market initiatives.
• Collaborate with global BD teams to ensure alignment with strategy, processes, and shared resources.

The Candidate

• Deliver pitches, BD/marketing content, events, and support strategy implementation across global teams.
• Apply strong communication, writing, and organisational skills to manage documents, events, and stakeholder needs.
• Work proactively as a self-starter, balancing multiple priorities, deadlines, and global collaboration.
• Hold a degree in marketing, business, law, or related field; professional services BD experience beneficial.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Marketing

Industries

Legal Services, Law Practice, and Professional Services