Business Development Manager

EIP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading patent law firm in the UK seeks a Business Development Manager to drive strategic initiatives, enhance client relations, and manage high-impact projects. The role requires a strong background in commercial strategy and the ability to influence stakeholders at various levels. Candidates should possess exceptional communication and project leadership skills. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Flexible working options

Hybrid arrangements

Qualifications

• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in leading strategic projects.
• Professionalism in delivering measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Drive initiatives that expand market reach and strengthen client relationships.
• Take ownership of high-impact projects and mentor colleagues.
• Design and deliver programmes for client acquisition and brand visibility.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Exceptional communication

Interpersonal abilities

Project leadership

Collaboration

CRM systems experience

Event management

Proposal development

Tools

CRM systems

Event management

Campaign management

Proposal development

Job description

Business Development Manager

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. Visit our website for more details and to submit your application.