Business Development Manager

HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS KRAMER LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HERBERT SMITH FREEHILLS KRAMER LLP is seeking a dynamic BD Manager for our Singapore office. In this role, you will support corporate practices by driving sector-focused initiatives and collaborating with partners for strategic planning and market growth.

You will lead pitches, manage BD initiatives, and contribute to client development efforts, enhancing the firm’s reputation across Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Qualifications

• Five years' relevant professional experience.
• Proven ability to manage workload under pressure.
• Confident dealing with partners and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead pitches and proposals.
• Manage high-impact BD initiatives.
• Contribute to client development and CRM programmes.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

High attention to detail

Service delivery skills

Education

Undergraduate/postgraduate degree qualification

Job description

We’re looking for a dynamic BD Manager to join our Singapore office and collaborate closely with our regional and global Business Development teams. In this role, you’ll support our corporate practices by driving cross-practice, sector-focused initiatives and empowering partners with strategic planning, profile-raising, and market growth strategies.

Responsibilities

You’ll lead pitches and proposals, manage high-impact BD initiatives, and contribute to client development, CRM programmes, and thought leadership campaigns. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in enhancing the firm’s presence and reputation across Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Qualifications

• Appropriate undergraduate/postgraduate degree qualification(s)
• At least five years' relevant professional experience
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a broader team, both within BD and with other departments
• Confidence in dealing with partners and senior stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload under pressure
• High degree of attention to detail
• Proven ability to establish professional credibility
• Excellent service delivery skills and high level of responsiveness