An elite international law firm with an expansive global footprint and a stellar reputation for continuous growth is seeking a strategic Business Development Manager to champion its litigation practice. Operating within a highly collaborative and dynamic environment, the firm offers an exceptional platform for long-term career advancement. This individual will serve as the primary advisor to litigation partners, orchestrating key initiatives to elevate market presence and secure high-value client opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the daily operational lead for commercial growth initiatives across the dispute resolution and litigation practice group.
- Collaborate closely with senior attorneys and cross-functional teams to design high-impact client presentations, pitch materials, and directory submissions.
- Direct the end-to-end management of client proposals and competitive business pursuits, coordinating across various departments to highlight distinct firm capabilities.
- Take complete ownership of high-priority marketing campaigns and commercial projects, ensuring precise, timely execution.
- Monitor market trends, maintain robust pipelines of prospective corporate targets, and analyze the commercial effectiveness of all practice growth activities.
- Supervise the production and refinement of all external marketing content, practice descriptions, and client-facing collateral to ensure premium brand positioning.
- Oversee the comprehensive legal directory process, including drafting legal submissions, coordinating researcher interviews, and managing critical timeline deadlines.
About you
The successful candidate will bring extensive commercial experience gained within a sophisticated legal or professional services environment. They will have a demonstrated ability to partner directly with senior stakeholders to broaden client relationships and identify fresh market opportunities. This individual must possess sharp business judgment, exceptional leadership qualities, and the organizational agility to deliver top-tier work under demanding timelines. A proactive, hands-on approach and excellent communication skills are essential to confidently guide multidisciplinary projects and translate complex litigation capabilities into persuasive narratives.
This is a standout opportunity for a commercially minded professional seeking strategic ownership, direct leadership exposure, and accelerated career progression within a high-caliber, growth-focused firm.
