Senior Business Development Manager - 12m

Ambition; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to lead strategic initiatives within their transactional practice. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior partners and influence key growth sectors. You'll manage a dynamic team, drive cross-regional growth plans, and shape campaigns that enhance critical client relationships. The firm prides itself on its inclusive culture, welcoming new ideas and offering excellent progression opportunities. If you're a confident communicator with a passion for client development, this role could be your next big step.

Benefits

Referral Scheme (£200 vouchers)

Progression Opportunities

Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• Solid experience in strategic business development within a law firm.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify market opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large, dynamic team in a transactional practice.
• Drive cross-regional growth plans and shape impactful campaigns.

Skills

Strategic Business Development

Commercial Acumen

Stakeholder Communication

Client Development

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager - Transactional practice
Location: London

A leading global law firm is looking for a dynamic and commercially driven Senior Business Development Manager.

You'll work directly with senior partners, drive cross-regional growth plans, and shape campaigns that impact some of the firm's most critical client relationships.

The Role

You'll be managing a large, dynamic team in a transactional practice.

Why this role stands out:

A high-impact leadership role with real visibility across the business

Client-facing work with some of the firm's most important relationships

Strategic influence over one of the firm's key growth sectors

The chance to shape and execute campaigns on a large scale

An inclusive, supportive culture where new ideas are welcomed and valued

Excellent progression opportunities within a global, modern law firm

Who we're looking for:

You'll have solid experience in strategic business development, within a law firm

Strong commercial acumen and the ability to identify market opportunities

A confident communicator who can influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional projects

A collaborative, proactive approach and a genuine enthusiasm for client development

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

Senior Business Development Manager - 12m