Marketing Business Development Manager

William James Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Full benefits package

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

A boutique law firm in London is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to lead their growth strategy. The role requires strong experience in business development within law firms, a strategic mindset, and excellent communication skills. You will have direct exposure to senior leadership and significant autonomy to drive client engagement and develop new business opportunities. The position offers up to £70,000 annual salary, a car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a business development role within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Ability to work independently with a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategy for the firm.
• Identify new business opportunities and convert leads into revenue.
• Work closely with partners to drive client engagement.
• Strengthen relationships with key clients.

Skills

Previous experience in business development/marketing role

Understanding of litigation or dispute resolution

Strong track record in delivering BD plans

Excellent communication skills

Proactive, strategic mindset

Strong commercial awareness

Job description

Direct message the job poster from William James Recruitment

Senior Recruitment Consultant William James Recruitment providing exceptional candidates to top law firms across the UK at William James Recruitment.

The Role

Business Development / Marketing Manager - Boutique Law Firm - Up to £70,000 salary

A boutique law firm with a market-leading litigation practice is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager. This is a high-impact role with genuine autonomy, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the opportunity to make a measurable difference to the firm's growth.

What you'll be doing

• Developing and executing the business development strategy for the firm
• Identifying new business opportunities and converting leads into revenue
• Working closely with partners to drive client engagement and practice initiatives
• Strengthening relationships with key clients and building new ones with target prospects
• Using market insight and competitor intelligence to shape strategic priorities
• Reporting to senior leadership with performance metrics, pipeline updates, and growth plans

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a business development/ marketing role within a law firm or professional services environment
• An understanding of litigation or dispute resolution
• Strong track record in delivering BD plans and managing successful pitch processes
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders
• A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to work independently
• Strong commercial awareness and the drive to exceed targets

What's on offer

• Car allowance and full benefits package
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial working culture
• Direct involvement in strategic decisions and firm-wide growth
• Long-term progression opportunities in a high-performing team

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone. There is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)

Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development, Marketing, and Legal

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting, Marketing Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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