Business Development Manager – Criminal law
Leading law firm
London, hybrid working
Excellent opportunity for a Senior Executive to step into a first time Manager role
We are delighted to be working with this well-respected law firm, who is looking to recruit a BD Manager to focus on their Criminal law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a high performing Senior BD Executive who is looking to step into a first time Manager role, and you’ll be offered all the support you need to make this a successful transition, with lots of scope for long term development and progression.
The firm has an excellent reputation and a culture that is dynamic and collaborative. The existing BD & Marketing team are highly supportive and friendly, and the firm has a strong strategic plan in place to continue its successful growth journey. The culture is down to earth, transparent and forward thinking.
This BD Manager role will be working closely with senior stakeholders and fee earners in the firms award winning Criminal law practice group. The remit of the role will be broad and will encompass the strategic planning and tactical delivery of all aspects of the BD & marketing mix, including supporting with client development and client targeting initiatives, key client relationship management, supporting on pitches, awards and submissions, opportunity spotting, developing marketing collateral, campaign management, event coordination and internal and external communications.
The successful candidate will need:
- Previous experience of working in a BD and/or marketing capacity within a law firm environment. Experience of the Criminal law sector would be beneficial, but other practice group experience will be considered.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong stakeholder management experience.
- High levels of commercial acumen.
- A proactive approach.
Equal Opportunities
As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that's why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.