BD & Marketing Manager - Finance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development & Marketing professional to join the London office of our highly regarded UK law firm client. Working closely with senior partners and stakeholders, you'll play a key role in shaping and delivering business development strategy across a market-leading Finance practice. The Role This is a highly visible position that combines strategic planning with hands-on execution. You'll partner with lawyers and leadership teams to identify growth opportunities, strengthen client relationships, enhance market profile, and support the pursuit of new business. Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute business development and marketing plans aligned to practice group objectives. • Build strong relationships with partners and support the delivery of client and business growth initiatives. • Lead marketing campaigns, thought leadership programmes, events and sponsorship activities. • Support pitches, proposals and new business opportunities with tailored market and client insights. • Manage directory submissions and awards programmes. • Monitor market trends, competitor activity and client developments to identify opportunities. • Track budgets, measure ROI and report on the success of BD initiatives. About You • Proven business development experience within a law firm or professional services environment. • Strong commercial awareness and a track record of supporting revenue growth. • Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills. • Experience delivering strategic BD and marketing plans. • Highly organised, analytical and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • A proactive team player with the confidence to advise and challenge senior stakeholders. What's on Offer? • High-profile role with significant partner exposure • Opportunity to influence strategy within a leading Finance practice • Collaborative and ambitious team culture • Excellent scope for career development and progression • Would suit a Senior BD Executive stepping up to manager level for the first time Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.