Business Development Specialist

Are you looking for a role that offers real influence, senior visibility and the chance to work on high‑impact, international projects?

I’m supporting a leading global law firm on the search for a Business Development Specialist to join a high‑profile, fast‑moving part of the business. This is an ideal next step for BD professionals who enjoy partnering closely with senior stakeholders, shaping strategy, and working across multiple markets.

Whether you come from a legal BD background or another professional services environment, if you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating setting, this role will give you the platform to shine.

This position sits within a collaborative and well‑resourced BD, Marketing & Communications function where you'll play a central role in supporting the growth agenda of one of the firm’s most strategically important groups. The work is varied, purposeful and highly visible.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Support senior leaders on strategic planning and practice growth initiatives
• Partner with lawyers to develop compelling pitches, proposals and credentials
• Shape market‑facing campaigns and profile-raising activity
• Bring together insights, data and research to inform decision‑making
• Help drive cross‑selling and client development across the region
• Contribute to global projects, events and firmwide initiatives

This is a role with genuine breadth, perfect for someone who likes to be at the centre of the action and is excited by variety.

Once you’re settled in the team, you’ll support several of the firm’s high-performing transactional practices, including corporate work such as M&A and Private Equity — but you do not need prior experience in these areas
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What the team values most is:

• solid BD grounding
• the ability to build trust with senior stakeholders

If you enjoy understanding how businesses grow, how clients make decisions, and how BD can drive revenue, you’ll thrive here.

• 2+ years’ experience in BD or Marketing from a law firm or wider professional services
• Strong writing ability and attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Confidence working with senior people and managing expectations
• A proactive mindset, someone who enjoys taking ownership and bringing ideas

You don’t need deep corporate knowledge, just an interest in the commercial world and a desire to learn.

• Work closely with senior BD leaders and partners, real exposure
• Be part of large, complex, cross-border matters
• Join a globally connected team with outstanding resources and support
• Gain specialist experience that will supercharge your BD career
• A genuinely collaborative culture where ideas are welcomed and growth is encouraged