Business Development Executive

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Dependant upon experience
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 13th May 2025

An international law firm is looking for a dynamic Business Development Executive to join their team based in London. The successful candidate will provide support to their Disputes practice groups in the delivery of projects, BD activities and assist with pitch preparation and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Business Development team on a range of projects linked to the firm’s Disputes practice groups.
  • Coordinate pitch materials, presentations, and responses to Requests for Proposals; assist with the creation and refinement of supporting documents.
  • Implement activities from business plans and targeting strategies, and track progress against set goals.
  • Assist in preparing group meeting agendas, presentations, and post-meeting summaries.
  • Conduct client research and help lawyers identify key opportunities for partner conferences, speaking engagements, business trips, and client meetings.
  • Manage contributions relating to lawyer experience and client data within business development platforms, including CRM and Foundation systems.

The Candidate:

  • Prior experience in a legal or professional services environment.
  • Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • The ability to quickly grasp and use new database systems.
  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.

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