Marketing Business Development Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development & Marketing Manager to join a leading international law firm on a fixed-term 12-month maternity cover contract. Working closely with partners across high-profile disputes and investigations practices, you'll play a key role in driving business growth, strengthening client relationships and delivering strategic marketing initiatives. The Role This is a varied and commercially focused position, combining strategic business development with hands-on execution. You'll support partners in identifying opportunities, winning new business and enhancing market profile across key practice areas. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of pitches, proposals, RFPs and client presentations.
• Support partners with business development strategy, client targeting and opportunity identification.
• Conduct market, client and competitor research to inform growth initiatives.
• Drive profile-raising activities, including directory submissions and industry rankings.
• Manage and coordinate client events and marketing campaigns.
• Maintain high-quality marketing collateral, lawyer biographies and practice descriptions.
• Track market trends and provide actionable business intelligence to stakeholders. About You
• 5+ years' business development or marketing experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong pitch and proposal management experience.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and project management skills.
• Commercially minded with strong research and analytical capabilities.
• Highly organised, proactive and confident working with senior stakeholders.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. What's on Offer?
• High-profile partner-facing role
• Broad remit across strategy, pitches, events and market intelligence
• Exposure to leading international practices and clients
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact on a 12-month FTC