Job Description
What you’ll do
We’re looking for a strategic and experienced senior client development manager to join our dynamic marketing and client development team.
In this key leadership role, you’ll help to shape and drive growth across the firm’s sectors and departments, working closely with senior stakeholders and leading a skilled and dedicated team.
You’ll take the lead on business planning with the teams, client and target development, and work-winning initiatives, playing a critical role in delivering the firm’s ambitious new five year strategy and contributing to its continued success.
As part of a collaborative and supportive team, you’ll be empowered to use your expertise to make a real impact – developing innovative approaches to client engagement and growth objectives.
This is a full time permanent role, which can be based out of our Bristol or Exeter office, with the expectation for some travel to our other offices when required.
Who you are
You’ll be an established senior client development professional, with significant experience in the professional services sector and a strong track record of leading high-performing teams. Adept at working alongside senior stakeholders, you’ll bring the strategic insight and commercial acumen needed to shape and deliver ambitious business plans – focusing efforts where they will drive the greatest impact.
Confident and collaborative, you’ll be comfortable advising legal teams and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Your coaching skills and team-oriented mindset will support a culture of shared success and continuous improvement.
With responsibilities spanning multiple teams, you’ll have strong project management and organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines. You’ll thrive in a busy environment and will be proactive in your approach, motivated by continuously improving how the team works and delivers.
You’ll have knowledge and experience of CRM systems and how firm’s can use data to support effective working and guide strategies.
Your Career. Our Commitment.
At Ashfords, we believe in more than just doing great work - we believe in building a great place to work.
When you join us, you become part of a team where everything we do is underpinned by our four core values: Be Open, Think Team, Make a Difference and Always Grow. These values shape who we are and how we work - they guide our decisions, influence our culture, and drive the way we support our people, clients and communities.
With a clear focus on innovation, community involvement, and supporting a healthy work-life balance, we are committed to building an environment where our people can have a rewarding and meaningful career.
Whilst we recognise that every career journey is unique, we will be ambitious for you, giving you the tools, trust, and opportunities to develop your career, your way.
Our goal? To help you realise your full potential as part of a forward-thinking team.
Our offer
We know that our people are at the heart of everything we do – and that’s why we’re committed to supporting your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance.
Beyond our benefits package, you’ll be encouraged, no matter what your role or career level, to get involved in our Responsible Business programme, where you’ll support initiatives such as charity fundraising, environmental causes and our employee led diversity and inclusion groups.
You can find out more about our benefits by visiting the Reward & Wellbeing page on our website.
What’s next?
Our recruitment process typically involves two stages, which are designed not only to explore your skills and experience but also to give you a real insight into what it’s like to work at Ashfords.
Throughout the process, our dedicated Talent Attraction team will be here to support you every step of the way.
We believe that building a firm with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences drives innovation and strengthens our teams, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
To support your growth, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential – so even if you don’t feel you match all the requirements of the job role, we’d still love to hear from you.
At Ashfords, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or would like to discuss anything regarding your application, please contact us at talentattraction@ashfords.co.uk.
For an informal and confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Toby Tompkins, Talent Attraction Manager - t.tompkins@ashfords.co.uk.
Or apply now, and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.