Senior Business Development Manager

A leading international law firm seeks a Senior Business Development professional to support its Debt & Capital Markets practice across EMEA on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

This role sits within a high-performing BD & Marketing team, driving revenue growth, strengthening client relationships, and enhancing market positioning in complex, cross-border finance work.

The role
Acts as a key BD partner to practice leadership, delivering high-quality research, analysis, and strategic support across pitches, proposals, and client development initiatives. Ensures BD outputs are insight-led, accurate, and aligned with strategic priorities while contributing to process improvement and team capability.

Key responsibilities

• Support identification and development of new business opportunities through market and client research
• Lead and contribute to compelling pitches, proposals, and credentials materials
• Maintain and enhance BD content including deal lists, bios, and case studies
• Support client relationship mapping and strategic account development
• Drive thought leadership, submissions, rankings, and profile-raising initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver integrated BD campaigns
• Track, analyse, and report on BD performance and pipeline activity
• Provide guidance and informal mentoring to junior team members

About the practice
Advises on high-profile debt and capital markets transactions including leveraged finance, high-yield issuances, restructurings, and sovereign debt. Strong presence across London and key financial centres, with particular strength in emerging markets.

Requirements

• Proven experience in legal or professional services BD (capital markets or finance preferred)
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Track record delivering high-quality pitch and client materials
• Understanding of BD strategy, tools, and best practice
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Details

• 18-month fixed-term contract
• London-based (4 days in office)
• Standard hours: 09:30-18:00

An excellent opportunity to join a market-leading finance practice and play a central role in driving strategic growth.

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