About the Opportunity
A fast‑growing, forward‑thinking law firm is seeking an exceptional Senior Business Development Executive to join its dynamic BD & Marketing team. This is a high‑impact role within the organisation’s largest and best‑established practice area, offering significant scope for progression and the chance to contribute to a team known for its entrepreneurial mindset, agility and ambition.
If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy taking ownership and want to be part of a team that is reshaping how BD and marketing operate within the sector, this is an exciting opportunity to make your mark.
The Team
The BD & Marketing function is on a mission to elevate how the firm goes to market — delivering standout campaigns, strengthening operational excellence and ensuring the firm’s expertise is showcased with clarity, creativity and impact. You’ll be joining a collaborative, high‑performing team that values curiosity, innovation and continuous improvement.
The Role
Working closely with the BD Manager and partnering with senior stakeholders across the Corporate division, you will play a central role in driving business development activity across a broad range of practice areas, including M&A, ECM, Venture Capital, Projects & Infrastructure, Commercial, IP, Sports, Insolvency & Restructuring, Employment and Technology.
Your work will span content creation, pitching, events, campaign support, research and project management — all with the aim of strengthening client engagement, enhancing market presence and supporting strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting the development and delivery of business line plans aligned to firmwide strategy.
* Managing and producing pitch materials, from opportunity assessment through to ROI reporting.
* Maintaining and enhancing BD collateral, including credentials, presentations and capability documents.
* Creating and managing internal project trackers, content pipelines and targeting tools.
* Using the firm’s CRM system to support BD initiatives, campaigns and events.
* Leading and supporting internal and external events, including invite creation, logistics and on‑the‑day representation.
* Coordinating and analysing regular client and internal communications.
* Drafting announcements, case studies and marketing content for internal and external audiences.
* Supporting the execution of BD and marketing campaigns, including analytics and lead tracking.
* Conducting research to support pitches, campaigns and client targeting.
* Contributing to directory and award submissions.
* Leading or supporting BD meetings and driving follow‑up actions.
* Developing a deep understanding of the Corporate practice and identifying market trends and BD opportunities.
* Managing department‑wide projects and analysing outcomes.
* Building relationships with external suppliers and intermediaries.
* Providing administrative support related to BD and marketing activity.
Firmwide Contribution
* Supporting reporting to senior leadership on BD KPIs, including pitching, conversion, client growth and cross‑selling.
* Contributing to strategic firmwide initiatives and improvement projects.
* Collaborating with colleagues across BD & Marketing on priority programmes, including client development, CRM initiatives, major campaigns and firmwide events.
About You
You will be an experienced BD professional (4–5+ years) with a background in professional services — ideally within a partnership environment. Experience in a Corporate practice area is highly desirable.
You will bring:
* Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to influence senior colleagues.
* A proactive, enthusiastic approach and a commitment to high professional standards.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for creative thinking.
* A structured, organised working style and strong commercial awareness.
* The ability to manage multiple priorities with agility and calmness under pressure.
* A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
* Proven project management experience and a track record of delivering high‑quality outputs.
* Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., InterAction) and email marketing tools (e.g., Vuture).
* Strong skills in Word and PowerPoint, including template development.
* Experience producing pitch materials and credentials documents.
What We’re Looking For
A confident communicator with a positive work ethic, strong relationship‑building skills and a polished, professional presence. Someone who is ready to take ownership, contribute ideas and play a key role in shaping the future of BD within a growing and ambitious firm.