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Business Development Executive

One of the worlds leading law firms is looking for a talented Business Development Executive to join their team! In this exciting role you will be working closely with the Senior BD Executive to advise and support a major group within the firms London Corporate practice. The firm champions mental health and pride themselves on committing to a great work/life balance.

Role and responsibilities

Business development planning

  • Support the execution of existing business plans and related BD initiatives
  • Work with the team to develop new initiatives that align to our business plan


Pitch support

  • Take responsibility for the project management and drafting of pitches, liaising with partners and associates as well as the wider BD team.
  • Work closely with other BD teams to provide relevant information, credentials, CVs etc. for panel pitches and significant pitches led by other practice groups.
  • Work with BD colleagues, associates and partners to prepare material that present the strengths of our practice such as brochures, pitches and client presentations.


Profile raising

  • Assist with the creation and implementation of profile-raising campaigns, working collaboratively with the firms campaigns, website and communication teams.
  • For key initiatives, create a project plan including target clients, desired work opportunities, execution team, targets and monitor success.


Event support (for headline events only)

  • Support a small number of headline events that are aligned to key business objectives, ensure they are properly targeted, executed and followed-up.
  • Project manage these events in conjunction with a dedicated PA and the firms events team, where required.


About you

  • You will ideally have approximately 1-3 years BD experience in a partnership or corporate environment
  • Proficiency with systems, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • You will have a solid understanding of design processes

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