At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead business development strategy and drive revenue growth in a dynamic legal environment.
- Company: Top-tier international law firm with a focus on innovation and transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and exposure to senior partners.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and enjoy excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Step into a high-impact role and shape the future of business development.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in business development within legal or professional services.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
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- Posted 25 May 2026
- Salary70000
- Location London
- Job type Contract
- Discipline BD, Marketing & Communications
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Senior Business Development Manager - IP
London | 14-month FTC (maternity cover)
A leading international law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to support its Intellectual Property, group during a period of transformation.
This is a high-impact role for an experienced BD leader who can drive revenue growth, shape strategy, and lead client development initiatives across a complex, fast-paced practice.
- The role
The successful candidate will partner closely with senior stakeholders to: - Lead BD strategy, planning and execution across the practice group
- Drive client development, targeting and origination programmes
- Identify market opportunities and convert them into revenue
- Lead major bids, proposals and pricing strategy
- Oversee thought leadership and marketing campaigns
- Manage and develop a team of four BD professionals
- Collaborate internationally on cross-border growth initiatives
- The candidate
- Proven BD experience at manager/senior manager level within legal or professional services
- Strong track record in bids, client development and strategic planning
- Commercially astute with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Confident leader with hands-on, delivery-focused mindset
- Experience in IP, cross over in regulatory and disputes
- The offer
- Key leadership role in a high-performing BD function
- Exposure to senior partners and international strategy
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Hybrid working (London-based, 3 days in office)
A strong opportunity for a commercially driven BD professional looking to step into a visible, strategic role within a top-tier environment.
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Senior Business Development Manager, IP employer: Ambition
Ambition is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in London, where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while tackling complex investigations in corporate insolvency. With hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive study support, and generous holiday options, team members enjoy a balanced work-life experience while engaging in high-profile international cases that enhance their career trajectory.
