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M&BD Manager – Disputes / Litigation
18 Month FTC | London | Hybrid working
A leading global law firm is looking for an M&BD Manager to support its high-profile Disputes practice on an 18-month fixed-term contract.
This is a great opportunity for someone with legal BD experience who enjoys working closely with partners, driving practice strategy, leading pitches, and helping shape market profile in a major disputes team.
The Role Will Focus on:
- Supporting the growth strategy for key litigation practice areas
- Working directly with disputes partners on BD and marketing plans
- Leading pitches, credentials, and new business opportunities
- Driving client targeting, campaigns, and profile-raising activity
- Delivering market insight to support business planning
- Managing thought leadership, seminars, and client events
- Championing client feedback and best practice
- Line managing one team member and supporting the wider global M&BD team
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You’ll Need:
- BD experience gained in a law firm or professional services environment
- Experience working with disputes/litigation lawyers
- Strong pitching, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
- Confidence working with partners across different teams and geographies
- Previous line management experience
- A proactive, commercial, and hands-on approach
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