Business Development Executive

Ryder Reid Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder Reid Legal in London seeks a Business Development Executive to drive client plans, craft pitches, and manage BD materials. You will research markets and competitors, support submissions for directories and awards, and collaborate with cross-border teams on high-profile projects.

The role offers direct exposure to partners and senior stakeholders, with opportunities to advance within a leading international law firm.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, marketing, or professional services.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Experience with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support client plans and business growth initiatives.
• Create pitches, presentations, and marketing materials.
• Conduct market, client, and competitor research.
• Assist with legal directory and award submissions.
• Manage CRM systems and BD databases.
• Collaborate with international teams on key projects.

Skills

Business development

Marketing

CRM management

Client research

MS Office

Communication

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development Executive | London

I'm partnering with a leading international law firm to recruit a Business Development Executive to join its high-performing team during an exciting period of growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious BD professional to gain direct exposure to partners and senior stakeholders while supporting strategic growth, client development, and profile-raising initiatives across multiple practice areas.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting client plans and business growth initiatives
• Creating pitches, presentations, and marketing materials
• Conducting market, client, and competitor research
• Assisting with legal directory and award submissions
• Managing CRM systems and BD databases
• Collaborating with international teams on key projects

What we're looking for:

• Business development, marketing, or professional services experience
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• A proactive approach and ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Experience with CRM systems and Microsoft Office

Excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their BD career in a supportive, high-profile environment with genuine progression opportunities.

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