Head of Client Development (12mth FTC)

Monday 27 Jun 2022

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An exciting role has arisen for a client facing, commercial business development professional with a market leading legal business. The business works closely with clients in the legal sector and in house legal teams in financial services, tech, pharma and other corporates. As Head of Client Development you will be responsible for developing and driving business development and sales strategies to support sustainable growth. This will include identifying growth opportunities in the market; driving the business plan, target and budgets; establishing new and long-term client relationships; negotiating commercial terms and managing the sales cycle. You will also be responsible for leading and managing a team. 

This a brilliant opportunity to join a business which is fast moving, it is leading in its market and constantly evolving and developing to retain its position. They are looking for someone who will bring ideas, help the business continue to evolve and grow, identify interesting opportunities now and in the future.

You will play a key role in the global leadership team, and be part of an incredibly strong, fun and rewarding business. People are proud of the business they work for and whilst commercial, relationships and integrity is key to its culture and success. 

Whilst an understanding of the legal sector would be advantageous, it is not essential. We are interested in speaking with commercial individuals who are comfortable in client facing roles, who could currently be in the wider professional services sectors, or experienced recruitment professionals looking for something different. It may well be of interest to commercially minded lawyers who have experience building a practice.