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Business Development Manager
This is a rare chance to drive BD strategy at a global level within one of the world's leading law firms.
As Business Development Manager for the Banking & Finance practice, you'll work directly with senior partners and a well-resourced international M&BD team, shaping how the practice grows, pitches, and builds its reputation across the UK and beyond. It's a role with real influence, genuine scope, and a team that knows how to deliver.
What you'll be doing
- Leading BD strategy for the Banking & Loan Finance and Restructuring practices, working closely with senior partners and global colleagues
- Owning key client relationships and identifying opportunities to deepen and expand them
- Managing pitch responses, RFPs, and presentations end to end, including post-pitch reviews
- Developing credentials, off-the-shelf materials, and pitch best-practice frameworks for global use
- Delivering marketing campaigns and profile-raising programmes across the UK and international markets
- Overseeing directory submissions and working with the PR and Knowledge teams on thought leadership and awards activity
- Managing practice budgets and contributing to ROI reporting
- Collaborating across a global M&BD network spanning Europe, the Americas, Asia, and South Africa
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What we're looking for
- Substantial BD experience, ideally within a legal or professional services environment
- Previous exposure to banking, finance, or restructuring practices
- A strong track record in client development, pitching, and targeting
- Experience managing budgets and business planning processes
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