BD Manager - Private Equity/M&A

Our leading international law firm client is seeking a Business Development Manager to support its corporate practice, with a focus on M&A and Private Equity. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and play a key role in driving strategic growth initiatives.

The Role

You will provide both strategic and day-to-day business development support, working alongside partners and leadership to deliver targeted initiatives and enhance market presence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading business development and marketing activity across key practice areas


• Working closely with partners to develop and implement business plans and identify growth opportunities


• Supporting new business generation through pitches, proposals, and client targeting initiatives


• Conducting market, client, and competitor research to inform strategy


• Driving profile-raising activities, including events, sponsorships, and campaigns


• Managing directory submissions and league table processes to enhance market visibility


• Developing and maintaining marketing materials and pitch documentation


• Tracking and analysing business development activity and pipeline performance

You will be a proactive and commercially focused business development professional with strong experience in a professional services environment.

Requirements include:

• Experience in business development or marketing, ideally within a law firm or similar environment


• Strong understanding of corporate practices, ideally M&A or Private Equity


• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills


• Strong organisational and project management abilities


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and high-performing team, offering exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a key role in shaping business development strategy.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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