Business Development Manager (12m FTC) – London

Blue Legal; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed international law firm is seeking a Business Development Manager for a 12-month contract in their London office. The role involves developing and implementing business development strategies for the Banking practice, mentoring junior team members, and enhancing the firm's external profile through targeted initiatives. The candidate must have prior experience in a law firm or similar sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Similar level role in a transactional/finance-oriented practice.
• Proven ability to produce accurate and high-quality RFPs and pitches.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans for the Banking practice.
• Coordinate BDM activities and assist the Senior BDM.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Business Development

Marketing

Client relations

Education

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Job description

Home Business Development Manager (12m FTC) – London

Business Development Manager (12m FTC) – London

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Market Rate
Contract type: Contract/Temporary
Date posted: 09/09/2024

An esteemed international law firm is looking to recruit an experienced Business Development & Marketing Manager, based in their London office. The role involves supporting the London Banking practice by assisting partners and associates in developing and implementing BD&M plans, client targeting initiatives, product-specific business development, and internal and external profile-raising activities. The successful candidate will work closely with a Senior Executive and the Senior BDM Manager to drive the strategic implementation of the global Banking practice business plan. The contract duration is 12 months, with the potential to become permanent.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement BD plans aligned with the Banking business plan, supporting all three Banking workstreams.
• Coordinate day-to-day BDM activities for the London practice, assisting the Senior BDM with global strategic initiatives.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with partners and BD teams across different practice areas.
• Coach and mentor junior team members to ensure high-quality and consistent output, especially in pitch processes.
• Enhance the practice’s external profile through targeted campaigns, thought leadership, PR, client and industry events, and online presence.
• Grow priority client relationships by planning and executing BD initiatives related to client targeting.
• Oversee and ensure the delivery of directory and awards submissions.
• Develop and manage internal communications within the team.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a legal or professional services environment.
• Experience in a similar level role, preferably within a transactional/finance-oriented practice in a law firm.
• Proven ability to produce accurate and high-quality RFPs and pitches.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience at a similar level.

Please Note: Due to sector-specific requirements, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm, or a high-profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that applications outside these areas will not be accepted.

Blue Legal offers services as an employment agency for permanent roles and as an employment business for temporary roles.

The Recruitment Process – How to get it right!

Recruitment costs and timelines can vary significantly depending on the process adopted. It’s important to optimize your recruitment approach with the help of specialists.

London

0207 118 3003

New York