BD Manager Corporate Practices

Argyll Scott; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Argyll Scott in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our Singapore office and work closely with regional and global BD teams. You will drive cross-practice and sector-focused initiatives, empowering partners with strategic planning, profile-raising, and market growth strategies.

You will lead pitches and proposals, manage high-impact BD initiatives and contribute to client development, CRM programmes, and thought leadership campaigns across Singapore and Southeast

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant professional experience in business development or BD-related roles.
• Strong collaboration across BD and other departments.
• Comfort engaging with partners and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead pitches and proposals for cross-practice initiatives.
• Drive sector-focused BD activities and market growth strategies.
• Support regional/global BD teams and empower partners with strategic plans.
• Contribute to client development, CRM programmes, and thought leadership campaigns.

Skills

BD collaboration

Pitching & proposals

CRM programmes

Thought leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

AI tools literacy

Client development

Time management

Job description

We are supporting our client, a leading global law firm, in their search for a dynamic Business Development Manager to join their Singapore office and collaborate closely with regional and global BD teams.

In this role, you'll support corporate practices by driving cross-practice, sector-focused initiatives and empowering partners with strategic planning, profile-raising, and market growth strategies. You'll lead pitches and proposals, manage high-impact BD initiatives, and contribute to client development, CRM programmes, and thought leadership campaigns playing a key role in enhancing the firm's presence and reputation across Singapore and Southeast Asia.

What you'll bring:

• At least 6 years' relevant professional experience
• Strong collaboration skills, working effectively within BD and across other departments
• Confidence engaging with partners and senior stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to prioritise and manage workload under pressure
• A high degree of attention to detail
• Confidence using AI tools responsibly and effectively
• A proven track record of establishing professional credibility
• Excellent service delivery skills and a high level of responsiveness

About our client:

Our client is a leading global law firm with over 6,000 people across the world's largest markets, key financial centres, and major growth hubs. They are recognised leaders in demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work, and complex public and private transactions. They are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and fostering a respectful, inclusive culture where everyone thrives.