Client Development Manager - Private Client

Ambition; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive initiatives within their Private Client division. The successful candidate will lead relationship management, develop marketing strategies, and contribute to key projects that enhance the firm's market presence. Ideal applicants will have proven BD experience in legal environments, strong stakeholder management skills, and knowledge of digital marketing. This role offers a supportive environment where impactful contributions are celebrated.

Benefits

Referral bonuses

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven BD experience in a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Organised, proactive, and confident working to deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in Private Client work.
• CRM knowledge and digital marketing awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead intermediary relationship management and strategy.
• Support the implementation of the division's strategic business plan.
• Track and report on key wins and client developments.
• Drive targeted relationship initiatives and pipeline development.
• Lead pitch processes and advise on client materials.
• Manage digital communications and legal updates.
• Coordinate events and client hospitality.
• Support legal directory and award submissions.
• Maintain and improve CRM data and BD systems.
• Conduct market and client research to support BD initiatives.
• Collaborate on firm-wide BD projects and contribute to broader strategy.

Skills

Business Development experience

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Digital marketing awareness

Tools

InterAction CRM

Job description

Principal Consultant - Senior Legal BD, Marketing & Communications Recruitment

Business Development Manager - Private Client

We're working with a truly lovelyکس law firm on an exciting opportunity within their Private Client division. Known for its warm, collaborative culture and genuine appreciation for BD professionals, this is a role where you'll be supported, trusted, and empowered to make a real impact.

As Business Development Manager, you'll play a central role in shaping and delivering BD and marketing initiatives across the Private Client division. You'll work closely with partners, fee earners, and a supportive BD team to drive strategic plans, build key relationships, and ensure the division's successes are celebrated and shared.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading on intermediary relationship management and strategy
• Supporting the implementation of the division's strategic business plan
• Tracking and reporting on key wins, new instructions, and client developments
• Driving targeted relationship initiatives and pipeline development
• Leading pitch processes and advising on RFPs, credentials, and client materials
• Managing digital communications, newsletters, and legal updates
• Coordinating events, webinars, and client hospitality with the wider team
• Supporting legal directory and award submissions
• Maintaining and improving CRM data (InterAction) and BD systems
• Conducting market and client research to support BD initiatives
• Collaborating on firm-wide BD projects and contributing to broader strategy

What's needed:

• Proven BD experience in a legal or professional services environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Organised, proactive, and confident working to deadlines
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in Private Client work
• CRM knowledge (InterAction preferred) and digital marketing awareness

If you're looking for a role where you'll be trusted, supported, and able to make a meaningful contribution - this could be the perfect next step.

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