Senior Business Development Manager – London

Blue Legal; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager in London. The role focuses on supporting the Antitrust and Competition sector through targeted marketing strategies, relationship management, and mentoring within a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a degree and relevant experience in legal or professional services, combining strong strategic development and digital proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in legal or professional services firms is required.
• Proficiency in developing effective strategies and marketing campaigns.
• Ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop targeted marketing strategies and manage client engagements.
• Create pitches and market sector-specific content.
• Mentor direct reports to support their career development.

Skills

Business Development

Relationship Management

Digital Strategy

Education

Degree level education

Tools

Digital tools for marketing

Job description

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Senior Business Development Manager – London

A top-tier international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to join their London office. The role-holder will provide BD support to the Antitrust and Competition sector and should have specialised expertise in areas including pitching, marketing campaigns, thought leadership, and key account management, working closely with the Head of Business Development.

The Responsibilities:

• Respond to the specific strategic challenges and opportunities for the sector group.
• Develop targeted marketing and business development strategies to engage existing clients and assist partners in winning new work, enhancing the firm’s global reputation.
• Represent the practice group, managing related activities effectively across diverse stakeholders.
• Create strong credentials and pitches, advising partners on strategy for fast turnaround bids.
• Identify opportunities to win work for the global practice group, ensuring opportunities are exploited and pitch activities are managed efficiently.
• Oversee the creation of sector-specific content, campaigns, events, and other profile-raising activities.
• Manage and mentor direct reports to support their career and personal development goals.

The Candidate:

• Educated to degree level with previous experience in legal or professional services firms.
• Strong understanding of how to develop effective strategies.
• Proficient in using digital tools to reach targeted and broader audiences.
• Ability to build strong internal and external relationships with senior stakeholders.

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with relevant work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm, or a high-profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. Applications outside these areas will not be accepted.

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