Business Development Specialist - Global Law Firm

Ryder Reid Legal Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a dynamic Business Development Specialist to join their London office. This hybrid role involves working closely with BD Managers and legal teams to develop pitch documents, manage marketing assets, and cultivate client relationships, while ensuring top-tier support across various business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with 3-4 years' BD experience in legal, professional or financial services.
• Confident across Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong communicator with sound analytical and research capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and tailor persuasive pitch documents and RFP responses.
• Support planning and execution of client events.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders across international offices.

Skills

Project Management

Strong Communication

Analytical Skills

Research Capabilities

Adaptability

Education

Degree level education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Business Development Specialist

Location: London

Salary: Competitive

Hybrid: Yes

Ryder Reid Legal is working with a globally recognised law firm to recruit a dynamic and detail-driven Business Development Specialist to join their London office. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative team, working across departments and contributing to initiatives that truly make an impact.

In this high-performing environment, you'll partner closely with BD Managers, lawyers and wider business teams to support a range of projects, from client-focused events to strategic pitch delivery and legal directory submissions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and tailor persuasive pitch documents and RFP responsesMaintain accurate records across deal databases and pitch trackersUpdate and manage marketing assets, CVs and capability statementsAssist with client targeting and relationship mapping initiativesLead on compiling content for major legal directories like Chambers and Legal 500Support planning and execution of client events, including logistics and reportingCollaborate on integrated BD campaigns alongside Communications and Digital teamsContribute to wider firmwide projects and business initiativesCultivate relationships with stakeholders across international offices

The Ideal Candidate

Educated to degree level with 3-4 years' BD experience in legal, professional or financial servicesConfident across Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage varied workloads independently and in teamsStrong communicator with sound analytical and research capabilitiesSkilled in project management and comfortable juggling multiple prioritiesPersonable and professional when working with stakeholders at all levelsCalm and adaptable in fast-moving environmentsDriven, dependable and focused on delivering top-tier work

This is a hybrid role with competitive compensation, offering in-office presence Monday through Thursday and remote working every Friday.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.