Senior Business Development Manager

A leading global law firm is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across its Corporate M&A, Private Equity, and Healthcare & Life Sciences practices.

This senior role will lead revenue-generating business development initiatives, oversee key client targeting and pitch activity, support lateral partner integration, identify cross-selling opportunities, deliver market intelligence, manage high-profile events and sponsorships, and lead a small BD team. The successful candidate will work closely with partners across the UK, Europe, and the US to execute firmwide growth strategies.

Key requirements:

• 10+ years' business development experience, ideally within legal or professional services
• Strong track record supporting Corporate, M&A, Private Equity or Healthcare practices
• Experience leading pitches, client development programmes and strategic initiatives
• Previous people management experience
• Excellent project management, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially minded, proactive and able to influence senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment

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