Location:
Guildford (Hybrid – 2 days in office) Level:
Open to Executive or Senior Executive, depending on experience On behalf of our client — a highly respected UK law firm with a collaborative, client-focused culture — we're recruiting for a
(Senior) BD & Client Services Executive
to join their growing Business Development & Marketing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across
multiple practice groups, shaping BD initiatives and supporting the delivery of strategic client programmes. The successful candidate will play an integral role in helping embed a client-first culture, while providing hands-on support with key projects and BD activity. Whether you're an experienced Executive ready for a step up, or already operating at Senior Executive level, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape client development strategy and contribute to firm-wide growth. Please note: Candidates must be within a commutable distance to Guildford, with at least two days per week in the office. Key responsibilities: Collaborate with BD & Client Services Managers and partners to deliver strategic BD plans Support the development of pitches, tenders, and proposals
across a variety of legal services Coordinate client segmentation and key client development frameworks Run structured feedback and client listening programmes to inform strategic actions Support CRM usage and reporting (InTapp DealCloud) Develop tailored sales collateral and cross-practice campaign materials Assist with legal directory submissions, client events, and horizon scanning Act as a champion for client-first thinking across all BD and marketing activity Why this role stands out: High visibility across practice group leadership Opportunity to shape BD strategy and influence firm-wide client initiatives Strong support from an experienced and collaborative team Hybrid working and long-term progression within a future-focused firm Flexible on level — ideal for someone stepping up or operating at senior executive level What we’re looking for: Proven experience in business development within a law firm or professional services Hands-on experience supporting complex pitches and proposals Confident juggling priorities across
multiple practice groups Strong writing, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills Commercially minded, proactive, and team-oriented Comfortable working with senior leaders in a fast-paced environment If you’re looking to work across diverse practice areas and take real ownership of BD strategy and pitch delivery in a collaborative, award-winning law firm — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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