Senior Business Development Executive - EPI & Disputes

Senior Business Development Executive - EPI & Disputes

Location: London | Contract: Fixed‑term | Working pattern: Full time

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity to join a high‑performing Business Development team supporting partners and associates across the EPI and Disputes practices. The role works closely with senior BD managers and London‑based partners, with regular interaction across EMEA, the US, Asia and Australia, and strong collaboration with the clients and markets team.

This is a broad, hands‑on BD role covering pitches, client pursuits, campaigns, profile‑raising and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day pitches, proposals and tenders, including drafting responses and maintaining precedents
• Prepare and maintain marketing collateral, credentials, CVs and practice content
• Drive directory and awards submissions (e.g. Chambers, Legal 500)
• Support client engagement initiatives, cross‑selling and campaigns
• Organise and support events, including hosted events and industry conferences
• Deliver client, market and competitor research
• Maintain website, intranet and credentials databases
• Build trusted relationships with partners, associates, PSLs and global BD colleagues

Skills & Experience

• Around 3-4 years' experience in business development or marketing (flexible for strong candidates)
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred
• Background or exposure to EPI or Disputes desirable
• Strong drafting, project management and stakeholder skills
• Confident systems user (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; CRM experience advantageous)
• Commercial, proactive and comfortable working in a fast‑paced partnership environment

Diversity & Inclusion

The organisation is committed to building an inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

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