Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerCommercial Litigation12 month FTCA city law firm is looking to recruit a BD Manager on a 12 month FTC. This role is focused on creating opportunities and delivering business development activity to drive the firm’s growth strategy. Working closely with practice heads, key partners and the Head of Business Development, the role will provide support on various BD initiatives including the management of BD pipelines and cross-selling across existing relationships.Role highlightsContribute to the development and implementation of departmental BD plans.Manage the execution of BD activities across the practice, coordinating with key partners to monitor and measure ROI.Work with fee-earners to identify opportunities in new markets and thereafter create BD plans for client and revenue growth.Liaise with key advisers and referrers across selected sectors to support on business development and cross-selling opportunities.Implement follow-up on opportunities created by various marketing campaigns.Support the delivery of targeted events for key clients and referrers.About youIn depth understanding of and experience in legal.Experience in developing and executing BD plans and growth strategies.Highly credible with the ability to influence and coach senior stakeholders.Strong organisational and administrative skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects while prioritising time critical assignments.Effective relationship management, negotiating and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to interact and lead internal and external clients across all levels.