Business Development Manager

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Blue Legal Full time £45,000 - £60,000 per year

A full service law firm are recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join their one of their offices. You will play a key strategic role in shaping the firm's growth and reputation by working closely with Partners to drive initiatives, strengthen market presence and unlock new opportunities across practice areas.

The Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement strategic business development plans with Partners, supporting client relationship management, cross-referrals and growth opportunities.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity and client feedback to inform strategy and identify areas for expansion.
  • Ensure consistent brand messaging across all communications and support the creation of thought leadership content with Partners.
  • Prepare tailored pitches, proposals and high quality client materials, including credentials, case studies and presentations.
  • Work with the Events team to deliver impactful client events, webinars and sponsorships that enhance the firm's profile.
  • Lead the Legal 500 and Chambers submissions process, managing drafting, evidence gathering, referee outreach and post feedback improvements.
  • Deliver multi-channel marketing campaigns and optimise the firm's online presence, website, SEO, PPC and social media to strengthen service visibility.
  • Identify award opportunities and profile raising initiatives aligned with directory rankings and practice area ambitions.

The Candidate:

  • Strong communication, collaboration and influencing skills, supported by solid strategic and analytical thinking to turn market insights into actionable BD activity.
  • Proven business development experience ideally within legal or professional services with proficiency in CRM and BD tools and a good understanding of the sector.
  • A relevant degree (or equivalent experience) that supports effective contribution to marketing, business development and firmwide growth initiatives.

Please note
: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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