Business Development Lawyer

About the Company
Our client is a growing law firm specializing in corporate and financial law, providing strategic legal counsel to businesses, investors, and financial institutions. The firm offers exposure to sophisticated transactions, regulatory advisory work, and cross-border matters within a collaborative and high-performing environment.


Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing consultative support on the firm's capabilities, practice areas, and service offerings.
• Collaborate with partners to develop and execute strategic plans for client acquisition, retention, and expansion.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends, business opportunities, and potential target clients.
• Coordinate and manage submissions to legal directories, rankings, and industry awards, working closely with partners and attorneys to enhance the firm's market profile and credibility.
• Ensure all business development activities are aligned with the firm's strategic objectives and professional standards.
• Generate and qualify leads through networking, industry events, referrals, and strategic business development initiatives.
• Manage the end-to-end proposal process, including the preparation of customized pitch materials, client presentations, and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
• Monitor market developments and provide insights on emerging business opportunities within related sectors.
• Organize and participate in client meetings, networking events, seminars, and industry conferences to promote the firm's brand and expertise.
• Partner closely with lawyers and firm leadership to develop client engagement strategies and identify cross-selling opportunities across practice groups.
• Support account management initiatives by strengthening relationships with key clients and identifying opportunities for additional legal services.
• Track business development activities, maintain client and prospect databases, and prepare regular pipeline and performance reports.

Key Requirements

• 5–10 years of post-qualification experience as a Finance Lawyer, gained from a law firm environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Law with a strong background in Corporate and Finance law. An advocate license is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, including originating client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and contributing to revenue growth.
• Proven ability to engage with senior business leaders, conduct client presentations, and effectively articulate legal solutions to prospective and existing clients.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to understand client needs and develop tailored legal service offerings.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence decision-making at all levels.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across practice groups and develop strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to support regional and cross-border client engagements.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple client matters and business development initiatives simultaneously.
• Proven people management experience is preferred, including the ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior lawyers or business support professionals.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong client-service orientation and a demonstrated track record of contributing to business growth and market expansion.

If this opportunity aligns with your background and aspirations, we would be delighted to hear from you. You may apply through the company’s website or send your updated CV directly to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.