Job Description
Our leading international law firm client is seeking a Business Development Manager to support its Finance practice across London and Europe. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded professional to play a key role in delivering strategic growth initiatives and supporting high-profile client work.
The Role
Working closely with partners and business development leadership, you will help drive the development and execution of business plans, campaigns, and client initiatives for the Finance practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing business development plans and budgets aligned with strategic priorities
- Supporting partners and senior stakeholders in delivering key growth initiatives and marketing campaigns
- Leading and contributing to pitches, proposals, and presentations
- Creating and managing thought leadership, marketing content, and profile-raising campaigns
- Coordinating events such as seminars, sponsorships, and webinars
- Producing market and client intelligence reports to support strategic decision-making
- Managing internal communications and stakeholder engagement across teams
- Maintaining marketing materials, credentials, and lawyer profiles
About You
- You will be a highly organised and commercially focused professional with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Requirements include:
- Experience in business development, marketing, or communications within professional or financial services
- Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality client-facing materials
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with strong analytical capability
- A proactive, team-oriented approach with the confidence to work with senior stakeholders
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and high-performing environment, offering exposure to senior leadership and the chance to contribute to strategic initiatives within a key practice area.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.
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