Senior Business Development Executive Private Capital

Freshfields; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive in London. Responsibilities include collaborating with senior stakeholders to drive targeted marketing strategies, creating proposals, and supporting campaigns that enhance the firm's reputation across various asset classes. The ideal candidate will have experience in a professional services environment, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Suite and CRM tools. This role promotes a people-first culture with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

People-first culture

High-performing inclusive team environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Recognition for contributions

Flexible role shaping

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services environment (legal consultancy, accountancy, tech).
• Strong communication and project management skills required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative setting essential.
• Curious mindset and enthusiasm for learning a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and CRM tools necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sector-specific BD strategies.
• Create compelling proposals and credentials.
• Leverage data and CRM tools to identify growth opportunities.
• Support events, campaigns, and Chambers submissions.
• Build trusted relationships across the firm.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Business Intelligence

Bidding

Accounts Assistant

Credit Control

Account Development

Content Development

Lab Testing

Tools

Microsoft Suite

CRM tools

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for client engagement and business growth Join our dynamic global team at Freshfields and help shape the future of our Private Capital sector.

About the Role

As a Senior Business Development Executive youll collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive targeted marketing and business development strategies. Youll play a key role in enhancing our global reputation supporting high-impact pitches and delivering campaigns that resonate with clients across asset classes including Infrastructure Real Estate and Private Equity.

What Youll Do

• Develop and execute sector-specific BD strategies
• Create compelling proposals and credentials
• Leverage data and CRM tools to identify growth opportunities
• Support events campaigns and Chambers submissions
• Build trusted relationships across the firm
• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

What Were Looking For

• Experience in a professional services environment (legal consultancy accountancy tech)
• Strong communication and project management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced collaborative setting
• A curious mindset and enthusiasm for learning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and CRM tools

What We Offer

• A people-first culture that values belonging and authenticity
• A high-performing inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Recognition for your contributions and impact
• Flexibility to shape the role and make it your own

A global platform with a down-to-earth supportive culture

Ready to make your mark in Private Capital Apply now or reach out to learn more. Lets grow together.

Inclusion

Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered by the firm on the basis of their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having / securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing. Please note that in line with the requirements of the UK Border Agency non-EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified experienced and skilled EEA candidate can fill the position.

Freshfields is a Ban the Box ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer : we make decisions on a case-by-case basis and take a number of factors into account (eg the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence).You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.

Required Experience : Senior IC

Key Skills

• Business Intelligence
• Bidding
• Accounts Assistant
• Credit Control
• Account Development
• Content Development
• Lab Testing

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1