Business Development Specialist

One of the world’s leading US law firms is seeking to hire an experienced Business Development Specialist to join their London office on a permanent basis. This role will report into the BD Manager for London and directly support the Global Finance and Restructuring practice groups with achieving their BD initiatives.

• Salary to £65,000
• Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote) 09:30-17:30 working hours
• Highly competitive employee benefits on offer including free lunches and monthly wellness vouchers
• City / Liverpool Street

The BD Specialist will work with the BD Manager, as well as wider the BD & Comms London team headed up by the BD Director, 12 headcount.  This opportunity would suit a strong Senior BD Coordinator or current Specialist , covering areas such as; Private Credit, Leverage Finance, Capital Markets, Structured Credit and Restructuring.

Business Development Specialist Key Responsibilities:

• Support initiatives to strengthen client relationships, drive revenue growth, and advance business plans
• Partner with the BDM to support business development across practice and cross-practice groups
• Manage the Deal Tracking system for the Global Finance group in London
• Maintain Client Coverage trackers for Global Finance, Restructuring, and related groups
• Coordinate and prepare RFP and pitch responses
• Draft and manage business development materials, including brochures, presentations, and experience records
• Conduct market and client research to support targeted pitches and attorney briefings
• Coordinate client event and conference logistics with the Events team, including agendas, speakers, invitations, and onsite support

Business Development Specialist Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of BD experience in a similar role within a law firm is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM experience preferred
• Excellent academics, Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• Manage and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision