Marketing & Business Development Manager

Ambition; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Marketing & Business Development Manager to enhance its Banking & Loan Finance and Real Estate sectors. This 12-month fixed-term contract involves driving global strategy, managing client relationships, and executing effective marketing campaigns. Ideal for an experienced professional looking to contribute significantly in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Training & Development programs

Supportive work environment

Innovative corporate culture

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business development and management in a professional services environment.
• Strong operational skills and experience in managing projects and client relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Support client development initiatives across markets.
• Manage responses to RFPs and business presentations.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Business planning

Communication

Influencing skills

Education

Experience in legal sector management

Job description

Marketing & Business Development Manager - Corporate & Finance (Banking & Loan Finance & Real Estate)

Are you an enthusiastic Marketing & Business Development professional looking to make a significant impact in the world of Corporate & Finance? Our client is recruiting a dynamic individual to join their Banking & Loan Finance and Real Estate teams on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

About the Role

The Marketing & Business Development Manager will work closely with the Corporate & Finance Business Development team and the global Banking & Loan Finance and Real Estate partnership to drive global strategy forward. Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Initiatives: Delivering strategic initiatives in line with the group's overall business strategy and objectives.
• Client Development: Supporting client development and profile-raising initiatives in the UK and international markets.
• Pitching: Creating strategies for, and managing responses to, RFPs, customised pitches, and business development presentations.
• Marketing Campaigns: Working on the delivery of global marketing programs and campaigns to raise the profile of the practices and sector.
• Internal Communication: Coordinating newsletters, global calls, and practice reports.
• Wider BD Projects: Managing and contributing to wider Corporate & Finance Group and M&BD projects.

What They Offer

• Training & Development: Extensive relevant experience, preferably including time in a management role in the legal sector, with previous exposure to banking and finance work and ideally the real estate sector.
• Supportive Environment: Work with stakeholders at all levels across this international firm. Be part of a friendly and supportive Business Services team dedicated to guiding and supporting your career development.
• Innovative Culture: Join a top international law firm with a strong market presence and a reputation for being tech-focused.

About You

We are looking for someone who is curious, loves solving problems, and is driven to achieve and improve. You should be able to build long-lasting and effective relationships easily and be ready to roll up your sleeves and get on board when it counts.

Technical Skills

• Extensive relevant experience, preferably including time in a management role in the legal sector.
• Solid experience in business planning and management, including budgeting and ROI reporting.
• Strong operational and project management skills.
• Experience in a partnership or equivalent professional services environment.
• Strong background in client relationship management, pitches, and targeting.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing skills.
• Strong influencing and persuasion skills.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic self-starter with a can-do attitude.
• Commercially-minded with the ability to translate emerging business issues into opportunities.
• Resourceful and resilient, with the ability to adapt quickly to different situations and personalities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an excellent eye for detail.
• Able to perform well in high-pressure environments.

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