International BD Manager

We are partnering with a leading international professional services firm to recruit an experienced International Business Development Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded BD professional to work closely with senior stakeholders, helping shape market strategy, drive revenue growth, and enhance the firm's international profile. The Opportunity As a trusted advisor to partners and leadership teams, you'll lead a broad range of business development initiatives across international markets, supporting high-profile client relationships, strategic growth plans, pitches, events, and market-facing campaigns. Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute strategic business development plans to support growth objectives. • Lead client pitches, proposals and RFP submissions. • Partner with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities, strengthen client relationships and generate new business. • Deliver market research, competitor intelligence and client insights. • Manage international events, sponsorships and profile-raising initiatives. • Oversee marketing collateral, directory submissions, website content and communications activity. • Mentor and develop junior team members. About You • 7+ years' business development or marketing experience within a law firm or professional services environment. • Proven experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing at partner level. • Strong pitch, proposal and project management expertise. • Excellent written communication, research and analytical skills. • Confident, proactive and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Previous team leadership or mentoring experience is advantageous. Why Apply? • Highly visible international role with senior stakeholder exposure. • Opportunity to influence strategic growth initiatives. • Broad remit spanning BD strategy, client development, pitches and events. • Collaborative and high-performing professional services environment. 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.