Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Executive to support all Business Development and Marketing activities, including new business targeting, client relationship management, pitching, and campaigns within practices.
Please note that this role is a 14-month fixed-term contract.
The successful candidate will be working on a project basis with all members of the BD, Bids and Events team. You will be reporting to the Head of Bids and Operations.
Key Responsibilities in Supporting Technology & Data and Dispute Resolution:

• Work closely with fee earners and the BD team in the execution of the BD strategy, practice, and sector on a project-by-project basis, assisting key initiatives:
• Go-to-market campaigns
• Cross-selling programs
• Using data to identify and originate opportunities for service line introductions and 'hot topic' approaches within clients
• Manage and implement follow-up post-client/target alerts and events
• Pursuit project management & nominated account management tasks
• Manage, and report on designated BD campaigns and other key BD program progress and follow up

• Work with the Partners and Fee Earners in the production of BD presentations and marketing material
• Support the Partners and Fee Earners in implementing business development activities, including planning, organisation and project management of a wide range of client-focussed events, newsletters/other targeted client communication and digital sessions
• Manage effective follow-up activity
• Work with the CRM/Digital Marketing Team in the production of regular direct mail and e-mailings, utilising the Firm's CRM system (Interaction)
• Keeping Interaction databases up-to-date and ensuring that all departments are given an opportunity to involve their clients in any activity (and that this is reflected in any database lists)
• Prepare documentation for business development meetings, including agendas, emails, client relationship data, business development schedules and other documents

Additional key responsibilities in supporting Intellectual Property:
Working closely with the Head of Business Development, lead on operational support in the implementation of the BD strategy for the Intellectual Property group.
Act as the go-to BD support for the practice, dealing with all queries and requests for support, such as:

• coordinating practice-specific bids and pitches
• coordinating directory submissions
• working with colleagues in Digital, PR & Communications and Events to develop and deliver a programme of marketing activity,
• maintaining a suitable infrastructure to support marketing activities, such as credentials, mailing lists and use of the firm's CRM system
• monitoring expenditure against the BD budget.

A bit about you
The successful candidate will have several years of experience working in a Business Development function in a professional services environment (legal experience is highly desired).
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate business development experience gained from working in an environment related to this role and experience working closely with senior stakeholders.
In addition to this, candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Good desktop publishing skills, particularly in PowerPoint and Word
• Very good written skills, able to produce good-quality first drafts
• Good data management skills and Excel skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines and stay calm under pressure
• Proactive and self-sufficient with the ability to take ownership and manage certain tasks with limited guidance
• Personable and confident, able to build relationships with partners/ key stakeholders (possibly eventually act as intermediaries)
• A flexible and can-do approach, willing to provide varied support across various departments when required
• A team player who is analytical, tenacious and self-motivated
• Good attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experiences can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We're a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit:

. * Come for the WOW views: Based on the 17th floor in No.1 Spinningfields, with views of the entire City.

• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive:
If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.
We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at the interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.
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What to do next:

• Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV.
• Successful applications will be invited to a 20-30-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
• Every role recruits differently. But we'll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.
• For hybrid opportunities, you'll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
• We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can't always promise that. We will work around everyone's availability. You can contact us at

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We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.
Fieldfisher is a European law firm with market-leading practices in many of the world's most dynamic sectors. We are an exciting, forward-thinking organisation with a particular focus on technology, financial services, energy & natural resources, and life sciences.
We are a law firm built around people with all their diversity and we strike a healthy balance between legal excellence and a down-to-earth practical approach to our clients' needs. We believe The Future is Human, so we choose a collaborative approach with an intense focus on the end-user and consider carefully how to shape our services to add the most value to our clients.

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