Senior BDM Tech

Ambition; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to lead growth efforts in its Technology Group. This role involves shaping BD strategies, client engagement, and stakeholder interactions. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in Legal BD and technology, showcasing strategic thinking and entrepreneurial drive. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of legal services in the tech sector. A referral scheme is also available for those who know a suitable candidate.

Benefits

Referral scheme with £200 vouchers

Qualifications

• Solid Legal BD experience, ideally in the technology sector.
• A strategic thinker with entrepreneurial drive and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the BD strategy for the Technology Group.
• Spot and pursue cross-selling opportunities with clients.
• Create pitches and collateral to support client engagement.
• Lead the development of thought leadership and communications.
• Design a strategic events calendar and training programme.
• Coordinate global BD efforts and relationship law firm engagement.
• Build relationships with partners and ensure alignment.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client targeting

Pitching & collateral

Content & communications

International strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Legal BD experience

Entrepreneurial drive

Commercial acumen

Collaborative leadership

Job description

Principal Consultant - Senior Legal BD, Marketing & Communications Recruitment

Senior Business Development Manager - Technology

Are you ready to lead business development in one of the most exciting and fast‑evolving sectors?

A prestigious international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth across its Technology Group – a strategic priority for the firm. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of BD in a high‑performing, cross‑practice team working with global tech leaders and ambitious emerging companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Shape and deliver the BD strategy for the Technology Group, reporting to senior leadership and aligning with firm‑wide objectives.
• Client Targeting: Spot and pursue cross‑selling opportunities with existing clients and identify new prospects across the tech sector.
• Pitching & Collateral: Create compelling pitches, credentials documents, and training materials to support client engagement and win new mandates.
• Content & Communications: Lead the development of thought leadership, briefings, podcasts, and blogs, ensuring targeted distribution and measurable impact.
• Events & Training: Design and deliver a strategic events calendar and internal training programme to raise awareness and drive engagement.
• International Strategy: Coordinate global BD efforts, including overseas targets, relationship law firm engagement, and international conferences.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with partners and associates, supporting their BD activity and ensuring alignment with the firm’s tech strategy.
• A strategic thinker with solid Legal BD experience, ideally with a strong background in the technology sector.
• Someone with entrepreneurial drive, commercial acumen, and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment.

This is more than a BD role—it’s a chance to shape the future of legal services in tech. If you’re ready to make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.

If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply. https://www.ambition.co.uk/refer-a-friend