Senior Legal BD Strategist – Antitrust & Litigation

Ambition; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition in Paris is seeking a Divisional Manager of Legal BD, Marketing and Communications to drive client development and market positioning across France and the wider EMEA region.

You will partner with partners to execute business development plans, lead high-quality pitches and manage opportunities across the Antitrust and Litigation practices. Fluent English and French are required, with a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience within an international law firm or professional services is preferred.
• Strong pitch, proposal and client development capabilities are essential.
• Fluent English and French with outstanding written communication.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with lawyers and practice leaders to execute BD strategies across Antitrust and Litigation groups.
• Lead the preparation of pitches, credentials, client presentations and panel submissions.
• Conduct market, client and competitor research to identify opportunities and support strategic decisions.
• Manage legal directory and awards submissions to showcase the firm’s expertise.
• Collaborate with marketing and events teams to deliver campaigns and high-impact client events.

Skills

Business development

Stakeholder management

Market research

Pitching & proposals

Strategic planning

Tools

CRM software

PowerPoint

Market analytics tools

Job description

Ambition in Paris is seeking a Divisional Manager of Legal BD, Marketing and Communications to drive client development and market positioning across France and the wider EMEA region.

You will partner with partners to execute business development plans, lead high-quality pitches and manage opportunities across the Antitrust and Litigation practices. Fluent English and French are required, with a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.