Business Development Specialist (Private Equity)

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