We are a working with a leading UK law firm recognised for their strong reputation, award-winning culture, and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Their teams advise a wide range of high-profile clients-from major consumer brands to landmark institutions and community organisations. With a clear strategic plan for continued growth, business development is becoming increasingly central to how they plan, win, and deliver work across the firm.A newly strengthened Marketing & Business Development function is expanding, and are now seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Business Development Executive to join the team.The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to step up into a more specialised business development role within a professional services environment. Based primarily in their London office, with regular travel across three London offices, the role offers high visibility and close collaboration with senior stakeholders and lawyers across multiple departments.Reporting to the BD Manager and working closely with the Head of BD, you will play a key role in delivering firm-wide BD initiatives, supporting work-winning activity, and helping embed best practice across the organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with departments across the firm to implement BD and client/referrer relationship management best practiceProvide guidance on effective BD and marketing approaches to reach identified target audiencesSupport the BD Manager and Head of BD on tenders, proposals, and work-winning opportunities, including coordinating submissions and gathering feedbackAct as a connector between departments, identifying cross-selling opportunities and facilitating collaborationContribute to firm-wide BD initiatives and multi-departmental projectsLead proactive research projects to identify target clients, market opportunities, and strategic insightsServe as a key link between lawyers and the wider marketing and BD team, helping stakeholders understand processes, resources, and support availableAssist with targeted events and mailings, ensuring activities reach the right audiences and support work-winning objectivesSkills & ExperienceExperience working in or alongside a business development or marketing function, ideally within professional servicesExperience producing client-facing documents such as proposals or pitch materialsStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging stakeholders at all levelsEnergy, enthusiasm, and a collaborative mindsetComfortable challenging constructively and developing into a trusted BD adviserInterest in all areas of marketing and business developmentAmbition to contribute to a growing team and make a meaningful impactIf this sounds like the role for you, apply today!