We are exclusively leading on one of the most unique opportunities in the market today, partnered with one of the fastest growing UK law firms in the market, in search of a Business Development Leader to lead their commercial growth within their flagship Corporate & Commercial Services Group. This firm has been through an extraordinary transitional phase, with a heavy focus on building sophisticated go-to market strategies, within a highly proactive environment off the back of sustained growth. This is a newly created position and is a highly crucial role in the firms new structure, which will see you leading the largest practice group in terms of headcount, and revenue figures.
This is a highly unique opportunity with strong autonomy, and would be fantastic for a candidate who is passionate about driving impactful business development strategies and has a strong understanding of the Corporate market landscape.
Reporting into the Chief Marketing Officer, responsibilities will include:
- Developing and implementing proactive business development strategies for the division, that is focused around commercial growth, client targeting, and delivering on high-value propositions, that will ultimately align with the firms strategy.
- Building and maintaining sustainable relationships with key client, and acts as a trusted advisor to both external clients, and partners targeting particular prospect clients.
- Building the firms brand and market presence though the delivery of thought leadership, industry events, publications and representing the firm within sector forums and associations.
- Line management of a high-performing team, which includes both corporate practice business development specialists, as well as bid specialist, ensuring they are coached and mentored effectively.
If you are interested in joining a high-growth firm that provides a unique service to its clients, then this role will be great for someone who (is):
- Has a strong senior business development leadership background, within a corporate service line group, and has a strong understanding of market opportunities within the space.
- A senior leader who is able to drive innovative and proactive strategies, with a commercial mindset and is comfortable managing client strategies.
- Highly collaborative with various stakeholders including fee earners and partners, and can act as a strategic advisor by presenting key business growth strategies in a compelling way that inspires stakeholders.
- A strong people leader that can showcase a strong level of influence, and be accountable for all tactical execution of strategies.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the early stages of one of the most exciting growth journey’s in the market today, in a firm that is already performing exceptionally well. If interested, or if you know anyone who may be, then please apply or reach out.
