A leading intellectual property law firm is seeking a strategic and proactive Business Development Manager to help drive the growth of its patent and intellectual property offering across the UK and internationally. This is a high-impact role working closely with senior stakeholders to shape BD strategy, strengthen client relationships and support expansion across key innovation sectors.
The position sits within a collaborative Marketing & BD team and plays a central role in the firm's transition toward a more sector-focused, data-driven and internationally aligned function.
1. Strategic Planning & Firm Alignment: Lead the development and delivery of BD plans that align with sector priorities, firm-wide objectives and international growth across the UK, Europe, USA and Japan.
2. New Business Acquisition: Drive targeted campaigns, tailored pitches and data-led prospecting to attract new clients and generate strategic growth opportunities.
3. Client Development & Key Accounts: Strengthen key client relationships, support cross-selling and use data insights to enhance targeting, engagement and account development.
4. Campaigns, Events & Visibility: Deliver BD-led events, manage directory submissions and support market visibility through targeted outreach, industry engagement and international event follow-up.
5. BD Infrastructure, Reporting & ROI: Maintain CRM accuracy, report on BD performance and ROI, and supp...