Business Development Manager – Technology, Data and IP / Digital Infrastructure & Tech Transactions
Location: London
My client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation for advising on complex, high-value transactions across the technology, data, and IP landscape. The London-based Technology, Data and IP group is known for its collaborative culture, high-profile client work, and commitment to innovation in fast-evolving sectors such as technology, telecoms, media, and life sciences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and day-to-day BD support to the Technology, Data and IP group and the digital infrastructure/tech transactions team within the M&A practice
- Advise and influence partners on BD activities and initiatives, including co-leading the international data protection BD community
- Lead the creation of proposals, pitch presentations, and credentials documents, coaching partners and promoting best practice
- Support client relationship management and targeting efforts, working closely with the central CRM team
- Develop and deliver integrated BD campaigns, including roundtables, seminars, and sponsorships
- Collaborate with Communications/PR to enhance the external profile of key product areas
- Conduct client listening sessions and translate feedback into actionable insights
- Carry out market and client research to inform planning and identify opportunities
- Organise client events and hospitality aligned with strategic priorities and budget
- Maintain internal communications and market intelligence flow to partners and associates
- Ensure BD tools and materials are accurate, consistent, and up to date
- Contribute to wider firm or departmental projects as needed
Person Specification:
- Significant BD and marketing experience at Manager or Senior Executive level within professional services or relevant sectors
- Interest in developing expertise in the global commercial, tech, and data market; prior experience is beneficial but not essential
- Proven ability to meet business objectives within product lines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills across all levels
- Proactive, creative, and resilient approach to BD
- High attention to detail and strong client focus
- Ability to inspire and support teams and fee-earners in delivering BD goals
- Skilled at managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines under pressure
Equal Opportunities
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