
Business Development Executive
On site
London, United Kingdom
Freelance
22-04-2025
Job Specifications
Blue Legal is working with a well-established law firm to recruit a Business Development Executive on a 9 month FTC to join their collaborative Marketing & BD team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a range of practice areas in a firm known for its client-focused approach and strong sector expertise.
The Responsibilities:
Coordinate and support the delivery of client events, seminars, and conference attendance.
Assist in preparing legal directory and award submissions.
Support the creation of tailored pitch materials and marketing collateral.
Help manage BD campaigns, newsletters, and digital content in collaboration with the wider team.
Maintain CRM data and assist with client insights and intelligence gathering
Lead and support on sector-focused projects and internal BD initiatives.
Contribute to the upkeep of marketing materials and mailing lists across practice areas
The Candidate:
2+ years' experience in a BD or marketing role within professional services (legal preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
A proactive, team-oriented approach and a keen eye for detail.
Comfortable using CRM systems and digital marketing tools.
Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.
About the Company
Executive Recruitment - Legal and Professional Services At Blue Legal we are dedicated to providing a market leading recruitment, executive search and human resource consultancy. We work exclusively with leading legal, accountancy, property and consultancy firms and banks. We manage an outstanding calibre of applicants and aim to achieve effective and lasting matches for both clients and candidates. With over 50 years of combined experience, the secret of our success lies in the fact that we focus on our key market sector... Know more
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