Business Development Manager, Dispute Resolution

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

Job summary

A leading London law firm is seeking a Business Development Manager on a 12-month maternity cover to join their Dispute Resolution team. The role involves shaping strategic BD plans, managing client relationships, and leading BD strategies for dispute sub-groups. The ideal candidate has proven BD experience in law firms and excellent relationship-building skills. Benefits include competitive salary and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Pension

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven BD experience in a law firm, ideally within Dispute Resolution.
• Strategic thinker with strong influencing skills.
• Excellent writing, pitching, and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement BD strategies for disputes sub-groups.
• Build relationships with referrers and influencers.
• Lead thought leadership campaigns, events, and award submissions.

Skills

Business Development in law firms

Strategic thinking

Influencing skills

Writing and pitching skills

Relationship-building abilities

Job description

Business Development Manager - Dispute Resolution (12-month FTC, starting January 2026)

A leading London law firm is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join its Dispute Resolution team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This dynamic practice focuses on Commercial Disputes, Civil Fraud, International Arbitration, Business Crime, Media Litigation, and International Construction.

The Role:
Reporting to the BD & Marketing Director, the BDM will shape and deliver strategic business development plans, drive client relationships, identify growth opportunities, and enhance the firm's profile in key markets. The role includes managing a BD Executive and collaborating closely with partners and marketing specialists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement BD strategies for disputes sub-groups.
• Build relationships with referrers and influencers to generate new business.
• Lead thought leadership campaigns, events, and award submissions.
• Support pitches, tenders, and high-quality marketing collateral.
• Coach partners on BD best practice and manage junior team members.

About You:

• Proven BD experience in a law firm, ideally within Dispute Resolution.
• Strategic thinker with strong influencing skills and commercial acumen.
• Excellent writing, pitching, and relationship-building abilities.
• Creative, proactive, and confident in bringing new ideas to the table.

Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, pension, 25 days holiday, and more.

Business Development Manager, Dispute Resolution