Business Development Manager

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

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Business Development Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves driving growth across various teams, managing BD initiatives, and fostering relationships. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of professional services experience and a proven track record in strategic BD effectiveness. This position offers an exciting opportunity in a high-performing team.

Benefits

Referral scheme with shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in professional services BD, ideally within legal.
• Proven track record of delivering strategic BD initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute BD plans aligned with firm strategy.
• Identify market trends and new client opportunities.
• Lead cross-selling initiatives and pitch processes.
• Coach fee earners on BD best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, events, and thought leadership.
• Manage CRM engagement and external networking.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree educated (or equivalent)

Job description

Business Development Manager - 12-Month FTC

A leading law firm with an impressive legacy of advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and private businesses is seeking a strategic and commercially minded Business Development Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This pivotal role will drive growth across the Real Estate, Corporate, and Litigation teams, with a focus on sectors including art & culture, hotels & leisure, luxury assets, and the living sector. The successful candidate will lead go-to-market initiatives, strengthen intermediary relationships, and support fee earners with targeted BD activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute BD plans aligned with firm strategy
• Identify market trends and new client opportunities
• Lead cross-selling initiatives and pitch processes
• Coach fee earners on BD best practices
• Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, events, and thought leadership
• Manage CRM engagement and external networking

Ideal Candidate

• 8+ years' experience in professional services BD, ideally within legal
• Proven track record of delivering strategic BD initiatives
• Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills
• Degree educated (or equivalent)

Join a high-performing team at a time of exciting growth and strategic evolution.

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