Business Development Specialist Location: London (Hybrid) Salary & Benefits: Up to £60, 000 (depending on experience) Sector: Legal We are seeking a highly talented and proactive Business Development Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone with exceptional organisational skills, sound judgement, and a passion for driving strategic initiatives across multiple offices and stakeholders. As a key member of the Business Development team, you will coordinate and support a wide range of BD plans, projects, and initiatives. You'll work closely with lawyers and staff at all levels, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within scope. Key Responsibilities Prioritise and manage multiple BD projects and tasks simultaneouslyDrive projects from development through to completionProduce high-quality work across formats (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)Coordinate responses to ad hoc assignments from senior leadershipTrack and report on BD initiatives to ensure strategic goals are metCollaborate with cross-functional teams under tight deadlinesCreate and maintain tracking tools and reportsSupport other BD and firm-wide initiatives as needed Experience & Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience managing mid-to-large scale projectsProven ability to develop and implement strategic business plansExperience working in a matrixed environment across business unitsStrong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skillsExcellent organisational and project management abilitiesHigh attention to detail and ability to manage competing prioritiesProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Ability to handle sensitive information with discretionWillingness to travel and work flexible hours when needed Additional Information Work Environment: Moderate noise level, occasional travel, evening/weekend hours may be requiredPhysical Requirements: Primarily desk-based with occasional lifting (up to 10 lbs)Supervisory Responsibilities: None This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated BD professional to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for more information. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies. /company/ryder-reid-legal