Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking a Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant to enhance their presence within the Chinese business community. This role involves managing client relationships, conducting market activities, and providing consulting services tailored to the needs of Chinese clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, cultural understanding, and a proactive approach to business development. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the growth of the firm while working in a vibrant and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken English and Mandarin.
• Experience with international companies and understanding of market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and develop the firm's client base in the Chinese community.
• Conduct marketing activities and prepare client proposals.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Strong communication skills

Client relationship management

Event organization

Cultural understanding

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant, London

Client: [Client Name]

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Ref: AJ46488

An opportunity has arisen at a dynamic and highly regarded legal firm in the City of London. They are looking for a Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant.

The role will be responsible for developing and maintaining the firm’s client base within the Chinese, European-based business community in the UK and Europe using a range of marketing tools.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships across different cultures.

ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:

• (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship

VISA SUPPORT: No

TYPE: Full-time

WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:00 from Monday to Friday

SALARY: 30 - 40k depending on experience

START: ASAP

LOCATION: City of London

Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant Main Responsibilities:

• Become and remain fully conversant with the firm’s full range of products and services
• Account manage Chinese clients with a particular focus on strategic cross-selling of specialist professional services
• Act within all relevant compliance regimes applicable to the professional services offered by the firm
• Provide in-depth consulting work to Chinese clients when required
• Work with the firm’s solicitors regarding the range of services and level of consulting support required
• Responsibility for meetings with new contacts and prospects
• Maintain and update relevant databases
• Maintain written notes (in English) of clients/sales meetings and substantive telephone conversations
• Provide a written weekly report on business activity, notes, and recommendations regarding marketing and sales strategies to Director - Chinese Services
• Generate new business interests through close contact with other account specialists within the firm, external stakeholders, and clients
• Carry out marketing activities to the Chinese sector including translating the firm’s newsletters and conducting surveys
• Arrange and deliver workshops and seminars for Chinese companies when required
• Prepare client proposals
• Control expenses within budget guidelines
• Ensure that business is conducted ethically and professionally
• Introduce specialist firm personnel to existing corporate clients as required

Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant Ideal Candidate:

• Fluent in written and spoken English and Mandarin
• Experience working for/with international companies
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics
• Good understanding of Chinese/Far Eastern working culture
• Ability to organize events and work under pressure
• High level of computer literacy in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience working with Chinese state-owned companies

** All applicants for the Mandarin Speaking Business Development Consultant must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

*We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working holiday visa, Graduate or Student visa holders.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.

*When contacting us, please include the job reference number (Ref: AJ46488) at the top of your message.