Business Development Manager (Legal/Real Estate)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global legal firm is seeking a Business Development professional for a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role involves supporting strategic growth in the Real Estate sector, driving marketing campaigns, and nurturing client relationships. The firm values innovation and offers flexible hybrid working along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Competitive salary + bonus

Up to 28 days holiday (with service) + holiday trading

Private medical insurance

Ongoing learning & development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Business Development and/or Marketing within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Knowledge or previous support of a Real Estate practice is a bonus.
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and numerical.

Responsibilities

• Supporting partners in developing and nurturing key client relationships.
• Drafting persuasive pitches, proposals, and presentations.
• Coordinating client events, webinars, and marketing campaigns.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Proactive Mindset

Job description

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25.05.2025

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09.07.2025

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Job Description:

Location: London (Hybrid) | Sector: Legal | Contract: Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover)

Are you a Business Development professional ready to make an impact in a high-profile, real estate-focused role within a large global legal firm? We're seeking someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery to support a dynamic and collaborative global practice group.

What’s the opportunity?

This is a 12-month maternity cover contract with a future-facing, globally integrated law firm, renowned for its innovative and technology-driven approach. You’ll work directly with partners and the global BD team to drive marketing campaigns, deepen client relationships, and support strategic growth across the Real Estate sector.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting partners in developing and nurturing key client relationships
• Drafting persuasive pitches, proposals, and presentations
• Coordinating client events, webinars, and marketing campaigns
• Leading on legal directory and award submissions
• Monitoring developments in real estate and BD best practices
• Driving process improvements and managing BD tools and systems

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in Business Development and/or Marketing within a law firm or professional services environment
• Knowledge or previous support of a Real Estate practice is a bonus!
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and numerical
• Proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach to delivery

You'll be part of a high-performing BD team in a firm that values innovation, flexibility, and continuous improvement. This is a chance to work with leading lawyers and contribute to exciting, high-impact projects.

Benefits include:

• Flexible hybrid working
• Competitive salary + bonus
• Up to 28 days holiday (with service) + holiday trading
• Private medical insurance
• Ongoing learning & development

If you’re looking to join a bold, agile legal business with a collaborative culture and global reach – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or message us for more info.

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