At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive revenue growth and enhance client engagement in a dynamic legal environment.
- Company: Award-winning law firm known for innovation and strong relationships.
- Benefits: Remote work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a flexible team focused on measurable impact and strategic growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of business development in a forward-thinking legal firm.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of successful business development experience in legal or professional services.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
My client isn't your average law firm. They are an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked team known for their commitment to growth, fostering strong relationships, and an ambitious approach to providing full-service legal guidance for businesses, families, and individuals.
The Business Development Lead will be responsible for driving revenue growth and enhancing client engagement across key practice areas, working closely with Heads of Department, specifically Property and Private Wealth.
The role is focused on identifying and securing new business opportunities, strengthening strategic relationships, and delivering a proactive and commercially driven BD approach.
As a self-starting and highly motivated individual, the post holder will leverage existing networks and expertise to generate immediate opportunities, while developing and implementing clear, targeted plans to support sustained departmental growth. The role will also play a key part in shaping and delivering the firm's wider business development strategy, with a strong emphasis on flexibility, innovation, and measurable impact.
- Partner with Heads of Department to develop and deliver targeted BD plans aligned to growth objectives
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities across key sectors and client groups
- Generate new revenue streams through networks, referrals, and proactive outreach
- Lead client and referrer meetings, supporting fee earners through opportunity conversion
- Analyse BD performance data to identify trends and growth opportunities
- Maintain accurate pipeline tracking and CRM data (HubSpot)
- Research and recommend strategic events and networking opportunities
- Support pitches, proposals, and BD materials
- Collaborate with Marketing on brand positioning, directories, and awards
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years successful business development experience in a law firm or similar professional services setting.
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