Business Development Manager

Ambition; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm seeks a Business Development Manager in Singapore to drive strategic growth in the region. The role involves developing business strategies, managing client relationships, and leading a local team, perfect for experienced candidates looking to advance their careers in a dynamic legal market.

Benefits

Relocation support available

Referral scheme with shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience in business development within a law firm or professional services.
• Project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to influence senior levels and identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans.
• Lead client development initiatives and major pursuits.
• Drive thought leadership and analyze market intelligence.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Job description

Principal Consultant - Senior Legal BD, Marketing & Communications Recruitment

Business Development Manager - Singapore

Relocation Support Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded and experienced Business Development Manager to join a leading international law firm in its Singapore office. This role offers the chance to play a key part in driving strategic growth across Singapore and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

A relocation package is available for the successful candidate, making this an ideal opportunity for experienced BD professionals looking to make a strategic move to one of Asia's most dynamic legal markets.

The Role

You will work closely with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver business development strategies that support client growth, enhance market presence, and strengthen key relationships. This is a high-impact role that combines strategic planning with hands-on execution, and includes leadership of a small local team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans aligned with the firm's strategic goals in Singapore and the region.
• Lead client development initiatives, including key account management and client feedback programmes.
• Support major pursuits and go-to-market strategies, providing commercial advice and coaching to partners.
• Collaborate with colleagues across APAC and globally to identify cross-border opportunities and share best practices.
• Drive thought leadership and market positioning initiatives.
• Analyse market and client intelligence to inform decision-making.

About You

• Proven experience in a business development or client development role within a law firm or global professional services environment.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic thinker with excellent execution and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and proactive in identifying opportunities.

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