Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager - Finance (18-Month FTC) Location: London (Hybrid)

A leading international law firm seeks a Senior Business Development Manager to support its Finance practice. This role sits within a collaborative, high-performing environment, partnering closely with senior lawyers to drive strategic growth, client engagement, and market profile.

The Role This position is responsible for shaping and executing business development and marketing strategies aligned with firm priorities. The successful candidate will lead on strategic initiatives, campaigns, and client-focused activities while ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery across pitches, communications, and events.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement BD&M plans, budgets, and strategic initiatives for the Finance practice

Partner with senior stakeholders to drive growth objectives and client engagement

Lead high-quality pitch, RFP, and presentation processes

Oversee marketing campaigns, thought leadership, and profile-raising initiatives

Manage events, webinars, and sponsorship activities

Produce market, client, and trend analysis reports

Coordinate internal communications, reporting, and stakeholder engagement

Maintain and enhance marketing materials, credentials, and digital content

Line manage and support junior team members

Candidate Profile

Degree-level education or equivalent experience

Proven success in business development, marketing, or communications, ideally within professional services

Strong understanding of Finance practice groups (preferred)

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Strategic thinker with strong organisational and project management abilities

High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Commercially aware, proactive, and collaborative

Working Pattern Standard hours: 9:30am-5:30pm, with flexibility. Hybrid working (typically two days from home, subject to business needs).

The Environment The firm offers a supportive, inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Individuals are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their careers, and work alongside high-calibre colleagues in a dynamic international setting.

Reasonable adjustments are supported throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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