Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Executive to join a high-performing global Corporate Energy & Infrastructure team. Supporting a group of senior lawyers and working alongside a dedicated Business Development Manager, this role offers the chance to play a central part in delivering strategic BD and marketing initiatives across key sectors including oil & gas, power, and infrastructure.
This is a broad and hands-on position suited to someone looking to build on their existing BD experience within a professional services environment. You will gain exposure to high-profile matters and work closely with stakeholders across the business to support client development and drive growth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and supporting on pitches and proposals, working collaboratively with lawyers and wider BD teams to produce high-quality submissions
- Coordinating and contributing to legal directory and award submissions, ensuring accuracy and compelling messaging
- Maintaining and developing marketing materials, credentials, and key content across internal systems and the website
- Managing and updating experience databases and supporting league table submissions
- Assisting with the planning and delivery of client events, seminars, and targeted marketing campaigns, including post-event follow-up and reporting
- Supporting the creation of internal and external communications such as deal announcements, press releases, and articles
- Tracking business opportunities and supporting client follow-up activity
- Providing general BD and marketing support, including responding to ad-hoc requests and contributing to longer-term projects
About you:
- Approximately 18 months or more experience in a business development or marketing role within professional services
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to detail
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and confidence working both independently and as part of a team
- Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders
- An interest in corporate law, energy, or infrastructure sectors is advantageous but not essential
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious team, where you will be encouraged to take ownership, develop your skills, and contribute meaningfully to the firm's continued success.
At Norfolk Capsey, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let us know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate.
ABOUT NORFOLK CAPSEY
Norfolk Capsey is a professional services marketing & business development recruitment specialist. For over twenty five years we've been connecting talent with many leading professional services firms in the UK & internationally. Access our website for the latest vacancies and follow our LinkedIn page for vacancies & market updates.
