Business Development Manager – Sustainability & Africa
Are you passionate about sustainability and international business development? I’m currently working on a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious global law firm as a Business Development Manager, focusing on their growing Sustainability and Africa practice groups.
About the Role
This newly created role offers a unique blend of strategic and hands-on business development responsibilities, with approximately 80% of your time dedicated to the firm’s thriving Sustainability practice and 20% to its highly regarded Africa group. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Head of Sustainability (who also chairs the Africa Practice Group), to shape and deliver impactful BD strategies, campaigns, and client initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement BD strategies for the Sustainability and Africa practices.
* Identify key ESG issues and market opportunities to drive client engagement.
* Lead on content creation, events (including flagship forums), and cross-practice campaigns.
* Support international BD trips, referral relationships, and client targeting.
* Collaborate with partners, knowledge lawyers, and the wider BD team to deliver high-quality pitches, credentials, and client materials.
* Maintain and enhance CRM data and external stakeholder relationships.
1. About You
We’re looking for a driven and collaborative BD professional who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment. You’ll bring:
* Proven BD experience in sustainability or ESG, ideally within professional services.
* A strong interest in Africa-related business development.
* Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.