BD & Marketing Manager - Legal

November 30, 2024

Your new company

You will be joining a leading UK law firm that specialises in the media, entertainment, and technology sectors. They work with an exciting base of corporate and private clients, dealing with big media companies, celebrities, and other high-net worth individuals and offer a collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial workplace culture.

Your new role

As the Business Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in developing and implementing the firm's BD & Marketing strategy across their IP, Tech, Data & Digital, & Family practice areas. This is a highly visible role with daily interaction with partners & key stakeholders & has a good mix of both strategic & operational responsibilities.

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The firm has a highly regarded BD & Marketing function which has a good reputation internally & is front & centre in contributing to its growth.

This Business Development Manager role is a permanent, full-time position based in London with 3/2 hybrid working. You’ll report directly into their BD Director & also line manage 1 Executive.

What you’ll need to succeed

Previous experience in BD & Marketing within professional services – ideally from a law firm
The role is open to both Senior Executives looking for a step-up & Managers interested in a new challenge.
Excellent stakeholder management and confidence to engage Partners fee-earners effectively
Strong written communication skills

What you’ll get in return

In return, you’ll get an annual salary of £65,000. This is a great opportunity to join an exciting firm that works with an interesting client base and is well regarded within the sector. They have a very collaborative working environment where career progression and development is valued and offer a fantastic wellbeing suite + free lunch when you’re in the office.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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