Business Development Specialist (Private Equity) NEW

Business Development Specialist (Private Equity)

An award-winning US law firm is seeking a proactive and ambitious Business Development Specialist to join its high-performing team, supporting its market-leading Private Equity practice.  You’ll work across pitches, market research, marketing materials and client relationship management, with excellent scope for career development.

What’s On Offer:

• Salary to £65,000
• Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)
• Superb employee benefits + 30 days annual leave
• City of London

Business Development Specialist – What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support business and client development planning, including budgets and reporting
• Assist with pitches, proposals and client-facing materials, including tailored research and content
• Support client meetings, BD initiatives and follow-up activities
• Conduct client, market and competitor research to identify opportunities and inform strategy
• Support key client relationship initiatives and track BD activity
• Maintain marketing materials, presentations, lawyer profiles and matter records
• Contribute to thought leadership, industry updates, directory submissions and awards
• Support the planning and delivery of client events, conferences and sponsorships
• Contribute to wider global, EU and London business development projects as required

Business Development Specialist – What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of Business Development experience within a law firm
• Skilled in using relevant technology and software (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Excel, InterAction)
• Relevant Marketing or Business Development qualification (e.g. CIM or equivalent) advantageous
• Knowledge of Finance, Business Restructuring, and Real Estate practices
• An understanding of banks, financial institutions, investment funds and the infrastructure sector in the UK and EU markets is desirable