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Legal BD & Marketing Salary Guide - Paris
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Welcome to Ambition’s Legal BD & Marketing salary guide, specifically for roles within law firms in Paris.
The Legal Business Development & Marketing market in Paris saw a noticeable rise in non‑managerial recruitment during the latter part of 2025, a trend that is expected to continue into 2026. This shift is largely driven by firms prioritising hands‑on, operational support within lean teams rather than adding roles at the more strategic level.
Salaries at the senior end of the market have remained largely stable over the past six months, with no significant changes. However, competition for junior and mid‑level talent has led to a modest increase in salaries at the non‑management level.
The salary table below provides an overview of the latest salary benchmarks for the first half of 2026, offering insight to help you navigate an evolving and increasingly competitive landscape.
Legal BD & Marketing Salary Guide H1 2026
Legal Business Development & Marketing Salaries in Paris
Job title | Annual Salary Range (€) |
Head of Practice / Associate Director | 130 000 - 160 000 |
Senior Manager | 105 000 - 130 000 |
Manager | 75 000 - 110 000 |
Senior Specialist | 60 000 - 75 000 |
Advisor / Specialist | 50 000 - 65 000 |
For more tailored salary guidance, whether for yourself or your team, please contact us directly.
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