Business Development Manager

EIP; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-award-winning patent law firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead strategic growth initiatives and enhance client relationships. In this hybrid role, you will oversee high-impact projects, collaborate with sector groups, and ensure best practices align with broader business objectives. The ideal candidate will have exceptional leadership skills and a strong commercial acumen. A comprehensive benefits package is included, promoting flexibility and innovation.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Flexible working options

Hybrid arrangements

Qualifications

• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Professionalism and accountability in dynamic settings.

Responsibilities

• Drive initiatives that expand market reach.
• Strengthen client relationships and elevate competitive position.
• Design and deliver programmes for client acquisition and retention.

Skills

Strategic project leadership

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

CRM systems experience

Event management

Campaign management

Proposal development

Job description

London | Hybrid Working | Full-Time

Lead Strategic Growth and Shape Our Future

As Business Development Manager, you’ll drive initiatives that expand market reach, strengthen client relationships, and elevate EIP’s competitive position. You’ll take ownership of high‑impact projects, mentor colleagues within the Marketing & Business Development team, and embed best practices that support our wider business objectives. Collaborating with sector groups and senior stakeholders, you’ll design and deliver programmes that achieve measurable results in client acquisition, retention, and brand visibility.

What You’ll Bring

• Ability to lead strategic projects and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong commercial awareness, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Initiative, ownership, and accountability in dynamic settings.
• Experience with CRM systems, event and campaign management, and proposal development.
• A collaborative mindset with confidence in managing competing priorities.
• Professionalism and commitment to delivering measurable outcomes.

Why Join EIP?

EIP is a multi‑award‑winning patent law firm renowned for expertise in high‑value, complex patent matters. With offices in the UK, Germany, Sweden, and the US, we combine international reach with a culture of innovation, inclusion, and teamwork. Career progression here is built on leadership, strategic thinking, and knowledge sharing. Those who excel take ownership of impactful projects and influence decision‑making at all levels. We’re proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, flexible working options, and hybrid arrangements – giving you the flexibility and resources to thrive both at work and beyond.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to step into a role where your ideas and leadership make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. For more details, please view the full Business Development Manager Job Spec.pdf