Senior Business Development Manager

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager – Energy

International Law Firm

12 Months Fixed Term Contract

UK based.

⚡ Global Energy sector role.

⚡ Strategic partner-facing BD leadership.

⚡ Real international exposure across Europe and Middle East.

The Opportunity:

• Senior BD role supporting a core global Energy practice

• Coverage across utilities, oil & gas, power, Energy for Business

• Direct partnership with sector leadership on growth strategy

• International coordination across offices, clients and campaigns

• Leadership responsibility for two BD Executives

• Visibility into Industrials & Manufacturing sector activity

What makes this role stand out:

• Genuine seat at the table with senior partners

• International market focus, not just UK delivery

• Exposure to major global conferences and client programmes

• Strategic + hands-on - shape the plan and deliver it

• Team leadership and talent development responsibility

What you’ll be doing

• Driving international sector BD strategy and execution

• Leading major client development and bid activity

• Translating market trends into commercial BD campaigns

• Partner coaching on sales approach and client strategy

• Identifying cross-sector and cross-border opportunities

• Managing BD planning, activity and ROI tracking

Who this will suit:

• BD professionals with deep Energy sector alignment

• OR Energy industry professionals moving into legal BD

You’ll likely bring:

• Strong understanding of Energy market dynamics

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and partners

• Experience turning strategy into measurable BD activity

• Commercial instinct and strong external network mindset

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

Sales

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