Job Title: Business Development Executive
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We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.
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The role in 60 seconds
* Role: Business Development Executive
* Team: Client Development
* Location: Hybrid working from Bristol or Exeter
* Working Pattern: Full time (preferred)
* Why this role matters: This is a pivotal role in the business supporting our continued growth and enabling us to perform to our highest level.
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What you’ll do
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team, supporting the firm's business development activities aimed at identifying, targeting, and capturing new business opportunities thus strengthening our client relationships within key sectors and markets.
In this role, you’ll:
* Be a part of the Client Development team who work together to identify and win new business as well as delivering to our existing clients.
* Support Business Development Managers in planning and executing sector business development plans, including support on client and campaign development.
* External and internal communications – work with Business Development Managers and members of our Marketing Communications team to generate content and share through our internal and external communications channels.
* Company/sector research requests – collate company-related research to support planning and drive sector strategies and individual sales opportunities.
* Assist with external profiling activities and planned sector campaign activities including identifying opportunities and targets, maintaining mailing lists and helping with content development.
* Events – offer ad hoc event support and help with researching and tracking sector and industry events.
* CRM – work with the CRM Manager and Client Development team to support related CRM activity, including liaising with fee earners and the team to make sure marketing lists are updated etc.
* Legal directory submissions – support on legal directory submissions, including co-ordinating input from key stakeholders, supporting interview preparations, and capturing case studies for broader usage.
* Reports – assist with routine and ad-hoc reporting activities and associated data analysis.
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What we’re looking for
This will be a varied and demanding role working with multiple business development teams and fee earners to help support our business development activities.We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:
* Previous experience in a business development or marketing role.
* Professional services experience (preferable).
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and proof-reading skills.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritise and use own initiative to manage conflicting priorities and multiple deadlines.
* A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
* Confident PowerPoint, Word, and Excel capabilities.
* A shared passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.
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Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:
* An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
* A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
* A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
* A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
* Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
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Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:
* Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
* Enhanced parental leave policies.
* Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
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o We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have.
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