Senior BD Executive

Ambition; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is looking for a **Senior Business Development Executive** on a 14-month FTC basis to drive strategic growth across its IP, Regulatory, and Digital practices. The role requires proven experience in business development within legal or professional services. You'll manage pitches, coordinate events, and lead thought leadership projects. The position is based in London with competitive salary and agile working options.

Qualifications

• Proven BD experience in legal or professional services.
• Strong planning, advisory, and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive and energetic approach with commercial awareness.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic growth across IP, Regulatory, and Digital practices.
• Lead BD plans, manage pitches and credentials.
• Coordinate events and drive thought leadership projects.

Skills

Business Development experience

Planning skills

Advisory skills

Relationship-building skills

Commercial awareness

Ability to manage multiple projects

Job description

Senior BD Executive - IP, Regulatory & Digital (14-month FTC)

A leading international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to drive strategic growth across its IP, Regulatory and Digital practices. This dynamic role spans global markets, working closely with partners in London, Dublin, Dubai, and the US.

The successful candidate will bring commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and hands‑on delivery skills to support high‑value client targeting, cross‑selling initiatives, and profile‑raising campaigns. Responsibilities include leading BD plans, managing pitches and credentials, coordinating events, and driving thought leadership projects.

What we're looking for:

• Proven BD experience in legal or professional services
• Strong planning, advisory, and relationship‑building skills
• A proactive, energetic approach with commercial awareness
• Ability to juggle multiple projects under pressure

This is a 14‑month maternity cover role based in London with agile working options. Competitive salary offered.