M&A Tax Senior Manager - Big 4 Accountancy Practice Manchester £75,000 - £95,000 + Bonus + Benefits Flexible Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Tax or M&A Tax professional to join the established transactions tax team of a leading Big 4 accountancy practice in Manchester. Working with a broad range of private equity investors, credit funds, financial institutions and corporate clients, this position offers exposure to complex and high-value transactions across the UK and international markets. The role will involve advising clients throughout the transaction lifecycle, including acquisitions, disposals, tax due diligence, transaction structuring, refinancing and corporate reorganisations. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious tax professional who enjoys technically challenging advisory work and wants to play a significant role in delivering major transactions. You will work closely with experienced Partners and Directors, develop relationships with high-profile clients and take responsibility for managing and developing junior colleagues. The position would suit an existing M&A Tax Senior Manager or an experienced Corporate Tax professional with strong technical knowledge and a genuine interest in developing their career within transaction advisory. Duties and responsibilities Lead and manage tax advisory assignments relating to mergers, acquisitions, disposals, refinancing and corporate restructuring. Advise private equity houses, credit funds, financial institutions and corporate clients on the tax implications of proposed transactions. Manage buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence projects, identifying potential exposures, assessing commercial risks and presenting findings to clients. Provide advice on UK and international tax structuring, helping clients understand the most effective approaches to completing transactions. Review complex tax computations, financial information, transaction documentation and financial models to identify tax risks and opportunities. Work alongside legal advisers, corporate finance specialists and other professional advisers to support the successful completion of transactions. Prepare and review detailed technical advice, reports and client presentations covering a wide range of corporate and transaction tax matters. Act as a senior point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring assignments are delivered to a high standard. Manage and develop junior team members, providing technical guidance, coaching and support. Work closely with Partners and Directors to identify opportunities, contribute to client proposals and support the development of new business. Collaborate with colleagues across different specialist tax teams and international offices on complex cross-border assignments. Experience and qualifications CTA, ACA, CA or equivalent professional qualification. Strong technical knowledge of UK Corporate Tax, ideally developed within an accountancy practice or professional services environment. Previous experience in M&A Tax, transaction advisory, corporate restructuring or tax due diligence would be advantageous. An interest in advising private equity, credit fund and corporate clients on complex transactions. Experience managing complex client assignments, working to demanding deadlines and delivering high-quality technical advice. Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify tax risks and explain their potential financial implications to clients. Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with confidence dealing directly with senior stakeholders. Experience supervising, coaching or developing junior colleagues. A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively alongside other professional advisers. Applications are welcomed from experienced Corporate Tax professionals looking to develop their exposure to M&A and transaction advisory, as well as those already specialising in this area. Benefits Competitive salary of £75,000 - £95,000 depending on experience. Performance-related bonus scheme. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Generous annual leave. Option to purchase additional annual leave. Company pension scheme. Private medical insurance. Car cash allowance. Life assurance and income protection. Access to health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance services. Flexible benefits, including options for dental cover, additional insurance and lifestyle discounts. Excellent opportunities for continued professional development, technical training and career progression. Exposure to major UK and international transactions and the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced tax and advisory professionals. Company culture This opportunity is with one of the UK's leading Big 4 accountancy practices, offering the resources and international reach of a major professional services organisation alongside the opportunity to develop a rewarding career within a specialist advisory team. The transactions tax department works closely with private equity investors, financial institutions and corporate clients, providing advice on complex and commercially significant transactions. The working environment is collaborative, with professionals from different technical backgrounds coming together to deliver solutions for clients. You will have the opportunity to work directly with senior leaders, build your own client relationships and contribute to the continued success of the team. There is a strong emphasis on personal development, with opportunities to broaden your technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility and progress towards Director and potentially Partner level over time. The firm also recognises the importance of flexibility and work-life balance, with arrangements that can be discussed to accommodate individual circumstances and client commitments. Please apply with your CV or contact Ben Copsey at BC Financial Search directly for a confidential discussion.
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
M&A Tax Senior Manager - Big 4 Accountancy Practice Manchester £75,000 - £95,000 + Bonus + Benefits Flexible Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Tax or M&A Tax professional to join the established transactions tax team of a leading Big 4 accountancy practice in Manchester. Working with a broad range of private equity investors, credit funds, financial institutions and corporate clients, this position offers exposure to complex and high-value transactions across the UK and international markets. The role will involve advising clients throughout the transaction lifecycle, including acquisitions, disposals, tax due diligence, transaction structuring, refinancing and corporate reorganisations. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious tax professional who enjoys technically challenging advisory work and wants to play a significant role in delivering major transactions. You will work closely with experienced Partners and Directors, develop relationships with high-profile clients and take responsibility for managing and developing junior colleagues. The position would suit an existing M&A Tax Senior Manager or an experienced Corporate Tax professional with strong technical knowledge and a genuine interest in developing their career within transaction advisory. Duties and responsibilities Lead and manage tax advisory assignments relating to mergers, acquisitions, disposals, refinancing and corporate restructuring. Advise private equity houses, credit funds, financial institutions and corporate clients on the tax implications of proposed transactions. Manage buy-side and sell-side tax due diligence projects, identifying potential exposures, assessing commercial risks and presenting findings to clients. Provide advice on UK and international tax structuring, helping clients understand the most effective approaches to completing transactions. Review complex tax computations, financial information, transaction documentation and financial models to identify tax risks and opportunities. Work alongside legal advisers, corporate finance specialists and other professional advisers to support the successful completion of transactions. Prepare and review detailed technical advice, reports and client presentations covering a wide range of corporate and transaction tax matters. Act as a senior point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring assignments are delivered to a high standard. Manage and develop junior team members, providing technical guidance, coaching and support. Work closely with Partners and Directors to identify opportunities, contribute to client proposals and support the development of new business. Collaborate with colleagues across different specialist tax teams and international offices on complex cross-border assignments. Experience and qualifications CTA, ACA, CA or equivalent professional qualification. Strong technical knowledge of UK Corporate Tax, ideally developed within an accountancy practice or professional services environment. Previous experience in M&A Tax, transaction advisory, corporate restructuring or tax due diligence would be advantageous. An interest in advising private equity, credit fund and corporate clients on complex transactions. Experience managing complex client assignments, working to demanding deadlines and delivering high-quality technical advice. Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify tax risks and explain their potential financial implications to clients. Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with confidence dealing directly with senior stakeholders. Experience supervising, coaching or developing junior colleagues. A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively alongside other professional advisers. Applications are welcomed from experienced Corporate Tax professionals looking to develop their exposure to M&A and transaction advisory, as well as those already specialising in this area. Benefits Competitive salary of £75,000 - £95,000 depending on experience. Performance-related bonus scheme. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Generous annual leave. Option to purchase additional annual leave. Company pension scheme. Private medical insurance. Car cash allowance. Life assurance and income protection. Access to health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance services. Flexible benefits, including options for dental cover, additional insurance and lifestyle discounts. Excellent opportunities for continued professional development, technical training and career progression. Exposure to major UK and international transactions and the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced tax and advisory professionals. Company culture This opportunity is with one of the UK's leading Big 4 accountancy practices, offering the resources and international reach of a major professional services organisation alongside the opportunity to develop a rewarding career within a specialist advisory team. The transactions tax department works closely with private equity investors, financial institutions and corporate clients, providing advice on complex and commercially significant transactions. The working environment is collaborative, with professionals from different technical backgrounds coming together to deliver solutions for clients. You will have the opportunity to work directly with senior leaders, build your own client relationships and contribute to the continued success of the team. There is a strong emphasis on personal development, with opportunities to broaden your technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility and progress towards Director and potentially Partner level over time. The firm also recognises the importance of flexibility and work-life balance, with arrangements that can be discussed to accommodate individual circumstances and client commitments. Please apply with your CV or contact Ben Copsey at BC Financial Search directly for a confidential discussion.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be a Director in our Transaction Serviced Lifesciences and Healthcare team. In this role you'll support Partners, develop and grow the Transaction Services business. You'll day-to-day progress of projects and driving the delivery of quality corporate finance transaction advice engagements. You'll manage and develop your team and coach. It's an opportunity to support a range of clients by providing due diligence services to support them through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions within the sector. You'll be someone with: Life Sciences & Healthcare experience is preferred/would be an advantage You will have a deep understanding of, and experience in, the field of financial due diligence for corporate or strategic buyers, private equity or financial buyers and vendors and / or reporting accountant's work Experience in networking across the industry and in developing business opportunities A strong focus on data-driven insights and commercial acumen. Previous experience of managing teams in the delivery of engagements ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be a Director in our Transaction Serviced Lifesciences and Healthcare team. In this role you'll support Partners, develop and grow the Transaction Services business. You'll day-to-day progress of projects and driving the delivery of quality corporate finance transaction advice engagements. You'll manage and develop your team and coach. It's an opportunity to support a range of clients by providing due diligence services to support them through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions within the sector. You'll be someone with: Life Sciences & Healthcare experience is preferred/would be an advantage You will have a deep understanding of, and experience in, the field of financial due diligence for corporate or strategic buyers, private equity or financial buyers and vendors and / or reporting accountant's work Experience in networking across the industry and in developing business opportunities A strong focus on data-driven insights and commercial acumen. Previous experience of managing teams in the delivery of engagements ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be a Director in our Transaction Serviced Lifesciences and Healthcare team. In this role you'll support Partners, develop and grow the Transaction Services business. You'll day-to-day progress of projects and driving the delivery of quality corporate finance transaction advice engagements. You'll manage and develop your team and coach. It's an opportunity to support a range of clients by providing due diligence services to support them through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions within the sector. You'll be someone with: Life Sciences & Healthcare experience is preferred/would be an advantage You will have a deep understanding of, and experience in, the field of financial due diligence for corporate or strategic buyers, private equity or financial buyers and vendors and / or reporting accountant's work Experience in networking across the industry and in developing business opportunities A strong focus on data-driven insights and commercial acumen. Previous experience of managing teams in the delivery of engagements ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be a Director in our Transaction Serviced Lifesciences and Healthcare team. In this role you'll support Partners, develop and grow the Transaction Services business. You'll day-to-day progress of projects and driving the delivery of quality corporate finance transaction advice engagements. You'll manage and develop your team and coach. It's an opportunity to support a range of clients by providing due diligence services to support them through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions within the sector. You'll be someone with: Life Sciences & Healthcare experience is preferred/would be an advantage You will have a deep understanding of, and experience in, the field of financial due diligence for corporate or strategic buyers, private equity or financial buyers and vendors and / or reporting accountant's work Experience in networking across the industry and in developing business opportunities A strong focus on data-driven insights and commercial acumen. Previous experience of managing teams in the delivery of engagements ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
At Howells, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, award-winning legal services with a modern, client-focused approach and a strong local presence. As our Commercial Property team continues to grow, we are seeking an ambitious and motivated Solicitor with 2-5+ years' PQE who is ready to take the next step in their career. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial property matters, while playing a key role in delivering exceptional client service and supporting the continued growth of the team. What you'll be responsible for: Managing a varied caseload of commercial lease and Landlord & Tenant matters, including grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits, and surrenders. Advising clients on estate management issues and ongoing property matters. Handling acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties, both with and without occupational tenancies. Assisting with commercial and residential development projects, including site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements, planning matters, and plot sales. Advising on complex transactions including secured lending, real estate finance, agricultural land transactions, and renewable energy projects. Providing property due diligence support to the Corporate team. Managing more technical matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisement, title issues, portfolio transactions, and compulsory purchase matters. Progressing files efficiently to ensure strong financial and billing performance. Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development and networking initiatives. Supervising and supporting Legal Assistants and junior team members where appropriate. Maintaining accurate records using the firm's Case Management System and ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice requirements. Undertaking any additional duties as reasonably required by your Line Manager or Director. What we're looking for: Qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or Solicitor in England & Wales. 2-5+ years' PQE with solid experience in Commercial Property law. The confidence and ability to manage their own caseload independently. Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client-focused mindset. The ability to build effective relationships internally and externally and contribute to the continued growth of the department. Experience of, or an interest in, supervising and mentoring junior team members. A collaborative and positive team-oriented approach. What you'll receive: Competitive Salary Annual Leave: Enjoy a minimum of 23 days each holiday year, plus bank holidays and extra time off to unwind, including an additional personal day, a day off for your birthday, and a discretionary paid day during the Christmas break. Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Option to buy up to 3 extra days of leave annually to support your work-life balance. Gym Discounts: Access discounted memberships to help you stay active and healthy. Growth & Development: We're invested in your career with opportunities for learning and advancement. Milestone Recognition: Celebrate your dedication with recognition and awards for key milestones. Events: Take part in various networking, corporate, and charity events throughout the year. Refer a Friend Scheme: Get rewarded for referring talented friends and connections to join the team Discounted Childcare: Benefit from an agreed discounted rate at a nearby nursery, helping to make childcare more affordable and convenient. Benefits: Additional leave Company events Referral programme Ability to commute/relocate: Cardiff CF24 0EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): What are your salary expectations for this role? Please provide an annual range Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
At Howells, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, award-winning legal services with a modern, client-focused approach and a strong local presence. As our Commercial Property team continues to grow, we are seeking an ambitious and motivated Solicitor with 2-5+ years' PQE who is ready to take the next step in their career. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial property matters, while playing a key role in delivering exceptional client service and supporting the continued growth of the team. What you'll be responsible for: Managing a varied caseload of commercial lease and Landlord & Tenant matters, including grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits, and surrenders. Advising clients on estate management issues and ongoing property matters. Handling acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties, both with and without occupational tenancies. Assisting with commercial and residential development projects, including site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements, planning matters, and plot sales. Advising on complex transactions including secured lending, real estate finance, agricultural land transactions, and renewable energy projects. Providing property due diligence support to the Corporate team. Managing more technical matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisement, title issues, portfolio transactions, and compulsory purchase matters. Progressing files efficiently to ensure strong financial and billing performance. Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development and networking initiatives. Supervising and supporting Legal Assistants and junior team members where appropriate. Maintaining accurate records using the firm's Case Management System and ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice requirements. Undertaking any additional duties as reasonably required by your Line Manager or Director. What we're looking for: Qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or Solicitor in England & Wales. 2-5+ years' PQE with solid experience in Commercial Property law. The confidence and ability to manage their own caseload independently. Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client-focused mindset. The ability to build effective relationships internally and externally and contribute to the continued growth of the department. Experience of, or an interest in, supervising and mentoring junior team members. A collaborative and positive team-oriented approach. What you'll receive: Competitive Salary Annual Leave: Enjoy a minimum of 23 days each holiday year, plus bank holidays and extra time off to unwind, including an additional personal day, a day off for your birthday, and a discretionary paid day during the Christmas break. Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Option to buy up to 3 extra days of leave annually to support your work-life balance. Gym Discounts: Access discounted memberships to help you stay active and healthy. Growth & Development: We're invested in your career with opportunities for learning and advancement. Milestone Recognition: Celebrate your dedication with recognition and awards for key milestones. Events: Take part in various networking, corporate, and charity events throughout the year. Refer a Friend Scheme: Get rewarded for referring talented friends and connections to join the team Discounted Childcare: Benefit from an agreed discounted rate at a nearby nursery, helping to make childcare more affordable and convenient. Benefits: Additional leave Company events Referral programme Ability to commute/relocate: Cardiff CF24 0EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): What are your salary expectations for this role? Please provide an annual range Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Role BDO's Tax Accounting Group is a national group bringing together tax professionals who specialise in tax accounting and tax audit work. Headed by an equity partner, we can offer an exciting and quality career path for ambitious people. This role as Audit of Tax Senior Manager will provide tax audit support on our largest, high-profile audits across a range of groups and sectors. Just as key will be acting as a tax accounting specialist to our non-audit clients, assisting with complex provisioning engagements and the tax accounting aspects of GAAP conversions, carve out accounting and acquisition accounting. Clients and audited entities include FTSE companies, AIM listed companies, large inbounds and private equity backed businesses. You will be responsible for a number of tax audits, acting as the point of contact with the main audit team, and working closely with junior staff and tax partners to deliver this work. You will also work on a number of ad hoc, project based engagements working with other BDO teams, using your tax accounting knowledge in different contexts to deliver the best to our clients. You will act as a key contact for tax accounting queries for the wider tax and audit practices and be involved in coaching and training more junior members of the team. Requirements When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We're looking for someone with: Prior experience of tax accounting and tax auditing, with a clear desire to specialise in this area. Knowledge of tax accounting under FRS102 and IFRS; prior experience of US GAAP is useful but not obligatory. General corporate tax experience providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to a variety of clients. Good project management skills, including meeting agreed deadlines, taking ownership and managing a team. Experience of coaching and training more junior staff. Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders. CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The Role BDO's Tax Accounting Group is a national group bringing together tax professionals who specialise in tax accounting and tax audit work. Headed by an equity partner, we can offer an exciting and quality career path for ambitious people. This role as Audit of Tax Senior Manager will provide tax audit support on our largest, high-profile audits across a range of groups and sectors. Just as key will be acting as a tax accounting specialist to our non-audit clients, assisting with complex provisioning engagements and the tax accounting aspects of GAAP conversions, carve out accounting and acquisition accounting. Clients and audited entities include FTSE companies, AIM listed companies, large inbounds and private equity backed businesses. You will be responsible for a number of tax audits, acting as the point of contact with the main audit team, and working closely with junior staff and tax partners to deliver this work. You will also work on a number of ad hoc, project based engagements working with other BDO teams, using your tax accounting knowledge in different contexts to deliver the best to our clients. You will act as a key contact for tax accounting queries for the wider tax and audit practices and be involved in coaching and training more junior members of the team. Requirements When you join us, we'll make your growth our priority. If you can demonstrate the following skills, we can help you go far. We're looking for someone with: Prior experience of tax accounting and tax auditing, with a clear desire to specialise in this area. Knowledge of tax accounting under FRS102 and IFRS; prior experience of US GAAP is useful but not obligatory. General corporate tax experience providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to a variety of clients. Good project management skills, including meeting agreed deadlines, taking ownership and managing a team. Experience of coaching and training more junior staff. Experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders. CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. As a Director or Associate Director in our Transaction Services team, you will lead financial due diligence engagements for clients across acquisitions, disposals and capital markets transactions. This is a diverse role where you will identify opportunities to enhance our service offering, lead high-performing teams and deliver data-driven, commercially focused advice. You will take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and excellent client service throughout the transaction lifecycle. You'll be someone with: Extensive experience in Transaction Services and ideally within a consultancy setting. A proven ability to build networking relationships with referrers in order to support business development Experience of managing teams and multiple concurrent projects A strong approach to managing risk Demonstrates a pro-active approach to continuous development ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. As a Director or Associate Director in our Transaction Services team, you will lead financial due diligence engagements for clients across acquisitions, disposals and capital markets transactions. This is a diverse role where you will identify opportunities to enhance our service offering, lead high-performing teams and deliver data-driven, commercially focused advice. You will take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and excellent client service throughout the transaction lifecycle. You'll be someone with: Extensive experience in Transaction Services and ideally within a consultancy setting. A proven ability to build networking relationships with referrers in order to support business development Experience of managing teams and multiple concurrent projects A strong approach to managing risk Demonstrates a pro-active approach to continuous development ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or relevant work experience. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Take ownership of an established commercial insurance portfolio generating approximately £500,000 in annual income, with the opportunity to develop client relationships and grow the book over time. This Account Director position in Birmingham offers up to £80,000 basic salary, discretionary bonus and a flexible working arrangement requiring just one day per week in the office. You'll be joining an established insurance broking business with a strong presence in Motor Fleet and Motor Trade, alongside a broader commercial insurance portfolio. The role offers a substantial existing book from day one, allowing you to concentrate on client relationships, retention and account development rather than building a portfolio from scratch. The opportunity This is a senior client-facing position where the main focus is managing and developing an established portfolio, with an element of new business development alongside your existing responsibilities. Established portfolio: Inherit a commercial insurance book generating approximately £500,000 in annual income. Meaningful client relationships: Manage accounts generating up to £65,000 in annual income, building strong relationships with business owners and senior decision-makers. Broad commercial exposure: Work across Motor Fleet, Motor Trade and wider commercial insurance risks, with opportunities involving more complex business requirements. Portfolio development: Identify opportunities to strengthen existing relationships, improve retention and develop accounts over the longer term. New business opportunities: Generate new business alongside your existing portfolio responsibilities, without new client acquisition being the primary focus. Wider market opportunities: Benefit from a business developing its S&A and international insurance capabilities. You'll have the support of an established broking operation, allowing you to focus on maintaining strong client relationships and identifying commercial opportunities. Who would suit it? This opportunity would suit an experienced Commercial Insurance Account Director or Senior Account Executive who enjoys managing established clients and wants a substantial portfolio to take ownership of. Ideally, you'll bring: Experience managing a significant commercial insurance portfolio within a broking environment. A broad understanding of commercial insurance, ideally including Motor Fleet or Motor Trade risks. Confidence dealing with business owners, finance directors and other senior decision-makers. Strong relationship management skills, with a track record of retaining and developing commercial clients. The commercial awareness to identify new business opportunities while maintaining a strong focus on existing accounts. You won't need to bring your own book of business. The priority is finding someone who can take responsibility for an established portfolio, build strong relationships and contribute to its continued growth. The package Basic salary: Up to £80,000, depending on experience. Bonus: Discretionary bonus. Location: Birmingham. Hybrid working: Just one day per week in the office. Interested? This is an opportunity for an experienced Commercial Insurance Account Director who wants a substantial existing portfolio, a flexible working arrangement and the freedom to focus on developing client relationships. Apply through Reed or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role and the business.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Take ownership of an established commercial insurance portfolio generating approximately £500,000 in annual income, with the opportunity to develop client relationships and grow the book over time. This Account Director position in Birmingham offers up to £80,000 basic salary, discretionary bonus and a flexible working arrangement requiring just one day per week in the office. You'll be joining an established insurance broking business with a strong presence in Motor Fleet and Motor Trade, alongside a broader commercial insurance portfolio. The role offers a substantial existing book from day one, allowing you to concentrate on client relationships, retention and account development rather than building a portfolio from scratch. The opportunity This is a senior client-facing position where the main focus is managing and developing an established portfolio, with an element of new business development alongside your existing responsibilities. Established portfolio: Inherit a commercial insurance book generating approximately £500,000 in annual income. Meaningful client relationships: Manage accounts generating up to £65,000 in annual income, building strong relationships with business owners and senior decision-makers. Broad commercial exposure: Work across Motor Fleet, Motor Trade and wider commercial insurance risks, with opportunities involving more complex business requirements. Portfolio development: Identify opportunities to strengthen existing relationships, improve retention and develop accounts over the longer term. New business opportunities: Generate new business alongside your existing portfolio responsibilities, without new client acquisition being the primary focus. Wider market opportunities: Benefit from a business developing its S&A and international insurance capabilities. You'll have the support of an established broking operation, allowing you to focus on maintaining strong client relationships and identifying commercial opportunities. Who would suit it? This opportunity would suit an experienced Commercial Insurance Account Director or Senior Account Executive who enjoys managing established clients and wants a substantial portfolio to take ownership of. Ideally, you'll bring: Experience managing a significant commercial insurance portfolio within a broking environment. A broad understanding of commercial insurance, ideally including Motor Fleet or Motor Trade risks. Confidence dealing with business owners, finance directors and other senior decision-makers. Strong relationship management skills, with a track record of retaining and developing commercial clients. The commercial awareness to identify new business opportunities while maintaining a strong focus on existing accounts. You won't need to bring your own book of business. The priority is finding someone who can take responsibility for an established portfolio, build strong relationships and contribute to its continued growth. The package Basic salary: Up to £80,000, depending on experience. Bonus: Discretionary bonus. Location: Birmingham. Hybrid working: Just one day per week in the office. Interested? This is an opportunity for an experienced Commercial Insurance Account Director who wants a substantial existing portfolio, a flexible working arrangement and the freedom to focus on developing client relationships. Apply through Reed or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role and the business.
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a BD Manager - IP Litigation to join our Marketing team in London. Marketing team - London Our Marketing team helps the firm win and grow the right clients and work. We drive client development across the firm - deepening priority relationships, increasing share of wallet and converting strategic opportunities into profitable revenue. We equip partners with effective go-to-market strategies, tactics and processes, differentiated insights and disciplined execution. Alongside this, we strengthen the firm's market profile and reputation to support client acquisition, retention, and growth. We work as one integrated global team, aligning central support and expertise with local knowledge and execution to maximize impact across offices, practice groups, sectors and client programs. This role sits in the business development (BD) team. The BD team is focused on practice group strategy, implementing practice group business plans, winning new clients, winning more work from existing clients, and profile raising. You will support day-to-day business development for the IP Litigation practice in London by converting strategy into tactical plans that you deliver in an efficient, disciplined and collaborative way. You will provide both reactive and proactive support to lawyers and the business to help pursue growth opportunities. The role will involve the full spectrum of marketing and BD activities for the group, including support on pitches, events, directories, campaigns and thought leadership, and other profile-raising activities both internally and externally, ensuring that best practice is followed in terms of systems, technology and processes. What you will do Market profile, content and campaigns Manage directories and awards submissions for the group and coordinate associated interviews and follow up, and coordinate client newsletters, internal newsletters, and internal deal alerts. Working with our Marketing Services team (MST), to manage all logistics and marketing/promotion events, in addition to assessing external event opportunities for the group. Actively seek opportunities to raise the profile of the practice groups' capabilities and ensure consistent, evidence-based messaging in all market-facing materials. Pitch excellence Coordinate pitches and proposals, working in conjunction with the central pitch team, pricing and lawyers to create compelling, compliant submissions. Tailor credentials and case studies to client needs; responsibility for creating and updating marketing collateral. Support rehearsals and Q&A preparation. Maintain pipeline hygiene and data completeness; run basic go/no-go checklists. Strategic planning and execution Contribute to the development of approved business plans and translate into tactical execution. Track spend and return on investment against activities. Provide status reports using Dynamics (our CRM system) and pipeline data to inform partner discussions. Monitor market and client news; summarize implications and feed intelligence into wider marketing activities. Client development Assist partners, associates and BD colleagues in the management of strategic client relationships and coordinate client targeting efforts. Work on the development of client plans, contact maps and meeting records, ensuring that Dynamics is populated with high data quality. Capture client feedback and post-matter insights; log themes and flag opportunities to the senior BD manager. Assemble client and decision-maker profiles using approved research tools to support cross-selling. Track coverage, contacts and actions for priority client accounts. AI and technology Use approved marketing function AI tools, including the function's agents for designated tasks, in line with the firm's AI usage policy. Complete the marketing function's mandatory AI capability program and develop applied AI skills relevant to the role, and demonstrate progression in applied AI skills through tangible contribution to personal and team output. Collaboration, integration and change Promote consistent use of firm systems and templates; maintain file hygiene and naming/version standards. Actively participate in change initiatives; share ideas and help embed new ways of working. Escalate blockers and propose practical fixes, while adhering to agreed service levels and briefing templates with central teams. Team leadership and development Support resourcing across competing priorities and time zones. Contribute to onboarding new team members by sharing best practice for common BD tasks, and support BD training for associates. What you will have Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Can persuade and influence senior stakeholders. Proven experience executing business development activities in professional services preferred. Enthusiasm to develop an in-depth understanding of the global IP litigation practice (in terms of the market, the key players, the competition, and our legal offering). Previous IP, technology or life sciences market experience would be a plus, but is not essential. Intellectual curiosity about market trends and client needs combined with a proactive instinct to shape business development activities in line with these insights. Strong project management and stakeholder skills; clear, persuasive writing with a focus on client needs. Comfortable with data and research; confident using client data management systems (e.g, Dynamics), experience and pipeline systems. Highly organized, proactive and resilient; strong attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines, and follow-through across multiple priorities. Strong client focus and ability to work well with busy lawyers while balancing deadlines. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, season ticket loans and online discounts and lifestyle management services. Our approach to hybrid working seeks to combine and maximise the benefits of effective remote working with the benefits of being in the office. Our current hybrid working arrangements require office based working for a minimum of 60% of your time ( i.e. three days per week for a full time role) in accordance with our hybrid working policy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
