Senior Client Development Executive

Blue Legal; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An international award-winning law firm is seeking a Senior Client Development Executive in London. The role involves driving strategic client development and collaboration across global teams to support business growth. Candidates must have relevant experience in professional services and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services environment.
• Background as a Client or Business Development Executive.
• Strong interpersonal skills, confidence, and ability to influence decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering client programmes and developing individual client plans.
• Identify strengths and opportunities within client accounts.
• Coordinate client teams and conduct research to adapt services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client Development

Business Development

Diplomacy

Credibility

Job description

An international award-winning law firm is seeking a Senior Client Development Executive to support their London office. This role will work closely with the wider team to drive the firm’s strategic direction and focus on all aspects of client development, including strategy, key pitches, and marketing activities aligned with client needs. The successful candidate will report to the Client Development Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Client Development Manager and team in delivering client programmes.
• Develop individual client plans and establish a formal Partner network to grow the business across global jurisdictions.
• Identify strengths and opportunities within client accounts.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure alignment of client programmes.
• Coordinate client teams and cross-practice groups to support client development plans.
• Conduct client research to understand their business changes and adapt services accordingly.
• Develop marketing materials and activities to support client plans.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience in a professional services environment.
• Background as a Client or Business Development Executive.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including confidence, positivity, diplomacy, and credibility.
• Ability to work closely with partners and influence decision-making groups.

Please Note: Only candidates with relevant experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm, or relevant associations or agencies will be considered. Applications outside these sectors will not be accepted.

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