This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic BD to join a top law firm based in Manchester.
Legal Business Development Manager - Manchester - Up to £42,000
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly-regarded law firm, known for its expertise across Financial Markets and Insurance.
The firm is looking to recruit a confident, driven Business Development Manager to support its Manchester and Specialised Insurance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and implementing business development initiatives that will directly influence the firm's growth trajectory.
The role is varied and diverse, with the expectation to manage a wide array of responsibilities, including supporting bids and tenders, developing BD collateral, and working closely with senior stakeholders across the firm's London and nation-wide, regional offices.
The firm prides itself on its inclusive culture that emphasizes growth, development, and the opportunity to make a real impact on the business’s future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implementing BD governance and processes to drive growth and measure success.
- Leading BD projects to enhance firm outcomes.
- Supporting responses to client panel reviews, RFIs, ITTs, and RFPs.
- Managing BD plans, logs, and developing a bid library.
- Coordinating BD meetings and targeting efforts.
- Creating and delivering BD collateral, such as capability statements and proposals.
- Liaising with external partners to boost publicity and referrals.
Key Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a business development role within a legal services environment, ideally within the insurance Market.
- Proven experience in supporting bids and tenders with a strong understanding of the bid process.
- Effective networking skills with the ability to establish and nurture relationships.
- Self-sufficient, confident, and driven with the ability to manage and partner with senior stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products with experience in designing and delivering BD client-focused collateral.
The Benefits & How to Apply:
- Salary up to £42,000 (Dependent on Expereince)
- 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays), increasing with long service
- Private healthcare, life insurance and income protection
- Hybrid working
- Company pension scheme
- Enhanced parental leave
- Bonus scheme
- Discount opportunities
This is a superb opportunity to join a growing team at a pivotal time. If you are motivated by growth and development and eager to make a significant impact, this role is for you!
Apply in the strictest of confidence
Contact Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant) INDTH
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: 07939 992 563
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