Our client a global leading law firm are seeking a dynamic Business Development (BD) Specialist to join our Global Experts & Markets (GEM) Team. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of international strategy, working closely with a network of relationship law firms. Your role is pivotal in supporting the commercial and operational goals of the GEM Team.
We have a unique offering that supports the relationship between ourselves and our relationship law firms in locations where we do not have an office. The Global Experts & Markets (GEM) Team works with firms across Europe, Africa, Latin America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East to deliver clients a global service. These relationships are key to the complex advice that our lawyers provide for our clients.
What you will do
The GEM Team specialist role works within the wider business development team. This team contributes to the achievement of the firm’s business objectives, which includes supporting our partners and associates in their pursuit of becoming our clients’ trusted advisers, building and maintaining long-lasting, deep institutional client relationships, winning new clients, increasing the visibility of the firm globally, and positioning the firm as the thought leader and most advanced law firm among the global elite law firms. The function works as one team across the globe with very close collaboration between the central groups – such as Communications – and professionals supporting offices, practice groups, sectors and clients.
This role will include:
Event Leadership: Play a key role in our presence at the International Bar Association annual conference and help orchestrate GEMCon, our flagship London event that draws over 250 global attendees.
Data Management: Maintain our internal systems to keep us ahead of the curve and spot trends in data to help our commercial goals.
Stakeholder Engagement: Organise meetings with top-tier stakeholders, ensuring our relationships are as strong as our reputation.
Profile Elevation: Coordinate pitches, directory submissions, and other initiatives that raise our profile and showcase our expertise in these markets and specifically within the Africa Group.
Preparation and Strategy: Equip our partners with the materials they need to build and strengthen relationships with senior stakeholders.
You will be function within a diverse and talented team that spans the globe, including a Director in Dubai, a Senior Manager in London, an Operations Manager in Frankfurt, and a fellow specialist in Belfast. Daily interactions with colleagues from over 30 offices worldwide will help you better understand the world’s economies and legal markets.
What you will have
Experience: You've thrived in a team for 3-5 years, juggling major projects and high-profile events. Your track record shows a keen eye for detail and a knack for improving processes.
Multitasking: You're adept at managing diverse workstreams and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders on tight deadlines.
Your Impact: You’ve taken ownership of a legacy process and offered an alternative viewpoint to make the process easier on your stakeholders