Business Development Specialist

  • Location
    London
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Posted
  • Industry
    Legal
  • Expiry Date
    2025-11-24

A leading law firm is seeking a Business Development Specialist to support its strategic growth initiatives. This role will support the London office working closely with the Director of Marketing & Business Development, while also working collaboratively with, and as an integral part of, the firm’s global marketing and business development team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Event & Sponsorship Coordination: Identify and support speaking and sponsorship opportunities, conduct research, and manage relationships with conference organisers.
  • Client Development Initiatives: Contribute to planning and executing client development events, analyse related data, and provide insights and recommendations for business development strategies.
  • Directory & Rankings Management: Oversee the submission process for legal directories, ensuring deadlines are met, referees are engaged, and rankings are tracked to enhance marketing efforts.
  • Proposal & Pitch Preparation: Conduct research, coordinate marketing materials, and compile RFP responses while leveraging best practices across the firm.
  • Marketing Support: Assist in maintaining the weekly BD Marketing Calendar, internal newsletters, and leadership updates on business development and marketing initiatives.
  • Collaboration & Best Practices: Work closely with colleagues to develop, refine, and implement firm-wide protocols and procedures for client development.

Key Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in a similar role within a law firm or professional services firm.
  • Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
  • Analytical mindset, with excellent critical thinking and organizational abilities.
  • Team-oriented and independent – able to collaborate effectively across different departments and levels.
  • Adaptable and client-focused, with a flexible approach to tasks.
  • Ability to manage complex projects and materials while maintaining composure in high-pressure environments.
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder setting.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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