Marketing Business Development Executive

Job description

An elite global law firm is seeking a proactive and highly organised Marketing & Business Development (MBD) Executive to join its London office. With a strong international footprint and a reputation for excellence across a wide range of practice areas, the firm advises leading public and private sector clients on complex, high-value matters around the world.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team within a collaborative, fast-paced environment, supporting a broad range of strategic marketing and business development initiatives across multiple practice groups.

The Role

The MBD Executive will work closely with Marketing & Business Development Managers and partners to deliver a wide range of activities that support the firm’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities include:

Business Development & Strategy

• Supporting the development and execution of practice-level marketing and BD plans aligned with wider office objectives.
• Coordinating and producing tailored pitches, credential statements, client presentations and other marketing materials, advising fee earners on best practice and content.
• Maintaining and enhancing representative matters, deal lists and client/industry information, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across databases.
• Conducting research on clients, prospects, competitors and market trends to support BD initiatives, proposals and strategic targeting.

Communications & PR

• Identifying and developing opportunities to raise the profile of the London office, its lawyers and practice areas through events, sponsorships, media activity and thought leadership.
• Managing updates to web and print collateral, including biographies and practice brochures, ensuring materials remain current and fit for purpose.
• Contributing to internal communications, including newsletters, intranet content and office-wide initiatives.
• Coordinating client mailings, alerts and event invitations using relevant marketing systems.
• Managing legal directory and award submissions, seeking opportunities to enhance rankings and visibility.
• Liaising with external PR teams on announcements, deal highlights, awards and speaking opportunities.

Events

• Assisting with the planning and delivery of client seminars, receptions and other marketing events, including invitation management, on-the-day support, ROI tracking and follow-up.

Marketing Infrastructure

• Acting as a champion for the firm’s CRM system, ensuring effective use across practice groups and supporting London marketing objectives.

Other

• Supporting additional marketing and BD initiatives as required in line with business needs.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will bring:

• At least three years’ experience in a professional services environment, ideally within an international law firm.
• Strong experience coordinating multi-jurisdictional and multi-practice proposals, including RFPs and panel submissions.
• Familiarity with CRM systems (InterAction experience preferred) and deal databases.
• A proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders, with the resilience to challenge and influence where needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to work independently when required.
• Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic, globally recognised firm that values innovation, excellence and professional growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working across a broad range of marketing and BD activities, this position provides a compelling next step in your career.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English