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 .
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 .
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City Of Westminster, London
Interim Finance Director 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract Location: Central London (Hybrid Working Available) An exciting opportunity to lead finance within a globally respected charitable foundation We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Interim Finance Director to join a high-profile international foundation for an initial six-month period. Working closely with the Executive Director and Board Committees, you will take responsibility for the organisation's entire finance function, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, reporting and governance across a complex portfolio of grant-making, investments and property interests. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine charity finance, investment oversight and strategic financial leadership within an organisation making a significant global impact. Past Chat s=" 1qwr Chat Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of financial management and reporting Produce quarterly management accounts and financial analysis for senior leadership and Trustees Oversee cashflow management and financial planning Prepare statutory accounts and regulatory returns Manage UK payroll and coordinate overseas payroll arrangements Complete VAT, Corporation Tax and other taxation returns Monitor and reconcile investment portfolios, including foreign currency transactions Oversee accounting and reporting for restricted funds and grants Review project financial returns and ensure compliance with funding requirements Manage relationships with auditors, banks, investment managers and advisers Support the Audit and Investment Committees, including preparation of papers and minutes Assist with risk management and governance activities Past Chat s=" 1qwr Chat About You You are likely to be: A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Experienced at Finance Director, Head of Finance or equivalent level Familiar with Charity SORP and statutory reporting requirements Comfortable supporting Boards, Trustees and Committees Experienced in investment, treasury or endowment oversight Happy operating in a standalone and hands-on capacity Why This Role? Opportunity to support a globally recognised foundation Broad remit spanning finance, investments, governance and grant-making Significant exposure to Trustees and senior stakeholders Small, agile organisation managing substantial assets and grant programmes Chance to make an immediate impact during a key period of transition Apply below for more informatoin, looking to recruit ASAP
Oct 24, 2026
Full time
Interim Finance Director 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract Location: Central London (Hybrid Working Available) An exciting opportunity to lead finance within a globally respected charitable foundation We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Interim Finance Director to join a high-profile international foundation for an initial six-month period. Working closely with the Executive Director and Board Committees, you will take responsibility for the organisation's entire finance function, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, reporting and governance across a complex portfolio of grant-making, investments and property interests. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine charity finance, investment oversight and strategic financial leadership within an organisation making a significant global impact. Past Chat s=" 1qwr Chat Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of financial management and reporting Produce quarterly management accounts and financial analysis for senior leadership and Trustees Oversee cashflow management and financial planning Prepare statutory accounts and regulatory returns Manage UK payroll and coordinate overseas payroll arrangements Complete VAT, Corporation Tax and other taxation returns Monitor and reconcile investment portfolios, including foreign currency transactions Oversee accounting and reporting for restricted funds and grants Review project financial returns and ensure compliance with funding requirements Manage relationships with auditors, banks, investment managers and advisers Support the Audit and Investment Committees, including preparation of papers and minutes Assist with risk management and governance activities Past Chat s=" 1qwr Chat About You You are likely to be: A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Experienced at Finance Director, Head of Finance or equivalent level Familiar with Charity SORP and statutory reporting requirements Comfortable supporting Boards, Trustees and Committees Experienced in investment, treasury or endowment oversight Happy operating in a standalone and hands-on capacity Why This Role? Opportunity to support a globally recognised foundation Broad remit spanning finance, investments, governance and grant-making Significant exposure to Trustees and senior stakeholders Small, agile organisation managing substantial assets and grant programmes Chance to make an immediate impact during a key period of transition Apply below for more informatoin, looking to recruit ASAP
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 Sales and Marketing team is being reshaped to directly support BDO's growth ambitions. We're building a high-performing function that is proud of its technical skills, reliable in delivery, and outcome-led in how we prioritise and execute. You'll join a team big enough to offer diverse roles and opportunities, big priorities and commercial challenges, yet personal enough to ensure you're supported and empowered from day one. Here, we think beyond activity. You'll bring ideas, fresh thinking and help shape how we deliver campaigns, insights and engagement across the business. Working closely with internal clients, you'll deepen your understanding of our sectors and add value in your role. From strategic storytelling to capability building and smarter ways of working, you'll grow your skills while working with people who care about doing the right thing and doing it well. 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. 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 Sales and Marketing team are now recruiting for a Head of Go To Market aligned to our Tax stream. Role purpose The Head of GTM Tax is accountable for shaping and delivering go-to-market direction for their deployed area by translating growth priorities into an insight-led GTM strategy and contracted plan that drives measurable commercial outcomes. The role operates as a senior business partner to leadership in the deployed area, including relevant C&M Directorates, and as a leader within the Sales & Marketing community-ensuring work is focused, integrated and prioritised in a demand > supply environment. The role contracts with business leadership on outcomes and measures (not activity lists), diagnoses where central programmes and assets should be leveraged, and identifies where targeted local activity is genuinely required. It mobilises and coordinates Sales, Marketing and Operations capabilities to provide the right skills at the right time, and runs resourcing, scheduling and sequencing conversations to ensure delivery is achievable and aligned. The role is a key advocate for buyer-led, issue-based, solution-oriented approaches (not service-led thinking). It uses deep understanding of the local market, competitor landscape and strategy to guide prioritisation, shape briefs and ensure outputs are relevant, differentiated and commercially effective. It also works closely with peer Heads of GTM across other areas to maintain consistent language, planning rhythms and collaboration moments-surfacing connections and synergies across the market matrix and enabling joined-up market activity. Key responsibilities Lead development of the deployed GTM strategy and annual plan in partnership with business leadership and Sales & Marketing capability leaders. Contract priorities based on growth strategy, local market context and buyer needs, including clear measures and success criteria. Shape briefs with the business that describe the outcome required, the buyer problem to solve and the target audience-avoiding activity-only briefs. Run demand intake and shaping conversations with deployed leadership to create a holistic view of needs and opportunities. Translate demand into a prioritised portfolio with clear sequencing, dependencies and resourcing assumptions. Make and communicate trade-offs in a demand>supply environment; escalate decisions and risks early where needed. Ensure prioritisation supports issue-led, solution-oriented selling and avoids fragmented service-led activity. Mobilise the right expertise from Sales, Marketing and Operations to meet contracted priorities. Lead resourcing, scheduling and timing conversations, ensuring delivery is achievable and balanced across competing priorities. Work with peer Heads of GTM to maintain consistent language, rhythms and shared planning moments that enable meaningful collaboration. Use insight to guide targeting, proposition focus, and prioritisation of campaigns/activation/pursuit support. Ensure learning from execution (wins/losses, campaign performance, stakeholder feedback) is captured and fed back into planning and proposition improvement. Build trusted relationships with deployed leadership, including relevant C&M Directorates, and maintain a clear engagement rhythm. Run governance moments (planning checkpoints, prioritisation decisions, progress and performance reviews) with clear inputs/outputs and action tracking. Share regular KPI and performance insight with deployed leadership and C&M Directorate stakeholders, focusing on what it means and what should change. You'll be someone with Significant experience in GTM (Tax) leadership, commercial strategy, or senior business partnering in a complex, matrix environment. Strong ability to contract priorities and outcomes with senior stakeholders and influence without formal authority. Proven experience shaping demand, making trade-offs, and operating effectively in demand>supply conditions. Strong commercial and market judgement, including understanding of buyer needs and competitor dynamics. Experience coordinating cross-functional delivery across Sales, Marketing and Operations disciplines. Confidence with using performance insight and data to shape decisions and drive interventions. People leadership experience beneficial (dependent on scope). 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 Sales and Marketing team is being reshaped to directly support BDO's growth ambitions. We're building a high-performing function that is proud of its technical skills, reliable in delivery, and outcome-led in how we prioritise and execute. You'll join a team big enough to offer diverse roles and opportunities, big priorities and commercial challenges, yet personal enough to ensure you're supported and empowered from day one. Here, we think beyond activity. You'll bring ideas, fresh thinking and help shape how we deliver campaigns, insights and engagement across the business. Working closely with internal clients, you'll deepen your understanding of our sectors and add value in your role. From strategic storytelling to capability building and smarter ways of working, you'll grow your skills while working with people who care about doing the right thing and doing it well. 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. 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 Sales and Marketing team are now recruiting for a Head of Go To Market aligned to our Tax stream. Role purpose The Head of GTM Tax is accountable for shaping and delivering go-to-market direction for their deployed area by translating growth priorities into an insight-led GTM strategy and contracted plan that drives measurable commercial outcomes. The role operates as a senior business partner to leadership in the deployed area, including relevant C&M Directorates, and as a leader within the Sales & Marketing community-ensuring work is focused, integrated and prioritised in a demand > supply environment. The role contracts with business leadership on outcomes and measures (not activity lists), diagnoses where central programmes and assets should be leveraged, and identifies where targeted local activity is genuinely required. It mobilises and coordinates Sales, Marketing and Operations capabilities to provide the right skills at the right time, and runs resourcing, scheduling and sequencing conversations to ensure delivery is achievable and aligned. The role is a key advocate for buyer-led, issue-based, solution-oriented approaches (not service-led thinking). It uses deep understanding of the local market, competitor landscape and strategy to guide prioritisation, shape briefs and ensure outputs are relevant, differentiated and commercially effective. It also works closely with peer Heads of GTM across other areas to maintain consistent language, planning rhythms and collaboration moments-surfacing connections and synergies across the market matrix and enabling joined-up market activity. Key responsibilities Lead development of the deployed GTM strategy and annual plan in partnership with business leadership and Sales & Marketing capability leaders. Contract priorities based on growth strategy, local market context and buyer needs, including clear measures and success criteria. Shape briefs with the business that describe the outcome required, the buyer problem to solve and the target audience-avoiding activity-only briefs. Run demand intake and shaping conversations with deployed leadership to create a holistic view of needs and opportunities. Translate demand into a prioritised portfolio with clear sequencing, dependencies and resourcing assumptions. Make and communicate trade-offs in a demand>supply environment; escalate decisions and risks early where needed. Ensure prioritisation supports issue-led, solution-oriented selling and avoids fragmented service-led activity. Mobilise the right expertise from Sales, Marketing and Operations to meet contracted priorities. Lead resourcing, scheduling and timing conversations, ensuring delivery is achievable and balanced across competing priorities. Work with peer Heads of GTM to maintain consistent language, rhythms and shared planning moments that enable meaningful collaboration. Use insight to guide targeting, proposition focus, and prioritisation of campaigns/activation/pursuit support. Ensure learning from execution (wins/losses, campaign performance, stakeholder feedback) is captured and fed back into planning and proposition improvement. Build trusted relationships with deployed leadership, including relevant C&M Directorates, and maintain a clear engagement rhythm. Run governance moments (planning checkpoints, prioritisation decisions, progress and performance reviews) with clear inputs/outputs and action tracking. Share regular KPI and performance insight with deployed leadership and C&M Directorate stakeholders, focusing on what it means and what should change. You'll be someone with Significant experience in GTM (Tax) leadership, commercial strategy, or senior business partnering in a complex, matrix environment. Strong ability to contract priorities and outcomes with senior stakeholders and influence without formal authority. Proven experience shaping demand, making trade-offs, and operating effectively in demand>supply conditions. Strong commercial and market judgement, including understanding of buyer needs and competitor dynamics. Experience coordinating cross-functional delivery across Sales, Marketing and Operations disciplines. Confidence with using performance insight and data to shape decisions and drive interventions. People leadership experience beneficial (dependent on scope). 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 Sales & Marketing team is building a function that reflects who we are: open, trusted and focused on shaping what matters. You'll join a team big enough to offer big priorities and commercial challenges, yet personal enough to ensure you're supported and empowered from day one. Here, we think beyond. You'll bring ideas, challenge thinking and help shape how we deliver campaigns, insights and engagement across the business. Working closely with internal clients, you'll deepen your understanding of our sectors and see how connected teams drive our 2028 growth ambitions. From strategic storytelling to capability building and smarter ways of working, you'll grow your skills while working with people who care about doing the right thing. We'll help you succeed In this team, development is central to how we work. You'll have access to best in class training, clear capability frameworks and hands on learning that give you the confidence and skills to grow quickly. We make it personal with supportive teams where you belong, are trusted, and take transformative work on early. You'll collaborate across service lines and leadership levels, building relationships grounded in openness and accountability. You'll bring your best - taking ownership, delivering quality and building trust across the firm. In return, you'll get clarity, fair feedback and the development you need to succeed. You won't just complete tasks - you'll help shape how the team evolves and how we support the business. Role purpose The Director of Go-to-Market leads the Heads of GTM and the wider GTM Business Partner capability across BDO's Service Streams, Sectors and Regions. The role ensures deployed teams focus on the right markets, buyers and opportunities, with the skills and capacity required to deliver clear growth outcomes for the firm. The role has firm-wide responsibility for the Sales & Marketing planning process and, as Head of the GTM capability, defines GTM excellence, sets consistent standards and strengthens the capability of the team. It owns the GTM framework, commercial architecture, planning standards and deployed Business Partner model, ensuring GTM is buyer-led, insight-driven and focused on the highest-value opportunities. The Director works closely with Clients & Markets Partners across Service Streams, Sectors and Regions to agree growth priorities and determine where Sales & Marketing can have the greatest impact. As a member of the Sales & Marketing Executive, the Director also works with the Directors of Sales, Marketing and Operations to move priorities effectively from strategy into execution and make best use of the function's people, tools and technology. Key responsibilities Define and maintain the firm-wide GTM framework Translate growth strategy, market opportunity and buyer need into clear commercial priorities Establish how sectors, services, propositions and buyer issues come together within the GTM model Challenge fragmented or service-led activity and combine value propositions where this will create stronger market or buyer engagement and better commercial outcomes Define the GTM standards and commercial decision framework used within the Sales & Marketing planning process Set expectations for how Heads of GTM diagnose, contract and prioritise demand Provide challenge where priorities are fragmented, insufficiently evidenced or competing for limited capacity Set the approach for market segmentation, buyer understanding and opportunity identification Lead the commercial definition of priority propositions, including the target buyer, buyer problem, differentiated value and supporting proof Define a consistent approach for developing Sales Plays that bring together a priority opportunity, target buyers, their business needs, BDO's proposition and the intended commercial outcome Evaluate the effectiveness of Sales Plays, scaling approaches that deliver value and adapting or stopping those that do not Lead the Heads of GTM and the GTM Business Partner capability across Service Streams, Sectors and Regions, ensuring their priorities and activity contribute directly to the firm's growth strategy and most significant revenue opportunities Set clear standards, role expectations and ways of working for deployed GTM teams Coach and develop senior GTM leaders and strengthen capability across the team Bring together the appropriate Sales & Marketing capabilities across the Find, Win and Grow client lifecycle to support agreed GTM priorities Ensure briefs clearly define the opportunity, required outcome, ownership and measures of success before work moves into execution Improve hand-offs from identifying priority markets and opportunities, through converting opportunities into clients, to developing and expanding existing client relationships, while maintaining clear accountability within each capability Build learning from campaigns, pursuits, client conversations and wins and losses back into GTM planning Scale what creates value and stop activity that does not Contribute to function-wide strategy, priorities and investment decisions Build trusted relationships with senior Partners and leaders across the firm You'll be someone with: Significant senior experience in GTM, commercial strategy, market strategy, business development or a related discipline within professional services Strong commercial judgement and understanding of B2B buying behaviour Experience operating in a complex matrix environment and influencing senior stakeholders Proven ability to translate strategy and insight into clear commercial priorities Experience shaping segmentation, propositions, GTM plans or Sales Plays Strong understanding of how Sales, Marketing and Operations combine to drive growth Confidence using market and commercial data to inform decisions Strong people leadership and capability-building experience Experience of commercial transformation is advantageous Professional services experience is beneficial 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 Sales & Marketing team is building a function that reflects who we are: open, trusted and focused on shaping what matters. You'll join a team big enough to offer big priorities and commercial challenges, yet personal enough to ensure you're supported and empowered from day one. Here, we think beyond. You'll bring ideas, challenge thinking and help shape how we deliver campaigns, insights and engagement across the business. Working closely with internal clients, you'll deepen your understanding of our sectors and see how connected teams drive our 2028 growth ambitions. From strategic storytelling to capability building and smarter ways of working, you'll grow your skills while working with people who care about doing the right thing. We'll help you succeed In this team, development is central to how we work. You'll have access to best in class training, clear capability frameworks and hands on learning that give you the confidence and skills to grow quickly. We make it personal with supportive teams where you belong, are trusted, and take transformative work on early. You'll collaborate across service lines and leadership levels, building relationships grounded in openness and accountability. You'll bring your best - taking ownership, delivering quality and building trust across the firm. In return, you'll get clarity, fair feedback and the development you need to succeed. You won't just complete tasks - you'll help shape how the team evolves and how we support the business. Role purpose The Director of Go-to-Market leads the Heads of GTM and the wider GTM Business Partner capability across BDO's Service Streams, Sectors and Regions. The role ensures deployed teams focus on the right markets, buyers and opportunities, with the skills and capacity required to deliver clear growth outcomes for the firm. The role has firm-wide responsibility for the Sales & Marketing planning process and, as Head of the GTM capability, defines GTM excellence, sets consistent standards and strengthens the capability of the team. It owns the GTM framework, commercial architecture, planning standards and deployed Business Partner model, ensuring GTM is buyer-led, insight-driven and focused on the highest-value opportunities. The Director works closely with Clients & Markets Partners across Service Streams, Sectors and Regions to agree growth priorities and determine where Sales & Marketing can have the greatest impact. As a member of the Sales & Marketing Executive, the Director also works with the Directors of Sales, Marketing and Operations to move priorities effectively from strategy into execution and make best use of the function's people, tools and technology. Key responsibilities Define and maintain the firm-wide GTM framework Translate growth strategy, market opportunity and buyer need into clear commercial priorities Establish how sectors, services, propositions and buyer issues come together within the GTM model Challenge fragmented or service-led activity and combine value propositions where this will create stronger market or buyer engagement and better commercial outcomes Define the GTM standards and commercial decision framework used within the Sales & Marketing planning process Set expectations for how Heads of GTM diagnose, contract and prioritise demand Provide challenge where priorities are fragmented, insufficiently evidenced or competing for limited capacity Set the approach for market segmentation, buyer understanding and opportunity identification Lead the commercial definition of priority propositions, including the target buyer, buyer problem, differentiated value and supporting proof Define a consistent approach for developing Sales Plays that bring together a priority opportunity, target buyers, their business needs, BDO's proposition and the intended commercial outcome Evaluate the effectiveness of Sales Plays, scaling approaches that deliver value and adapting or stopping those that do not Lead the Heads of GTM and the GTM Business Partner capability across Service Streams, Sectors and Regions, ensuring their priorities and activity contribute directly to the firm's growth strategy and most significant revenue opportunities Set clear standards, role expectations and ways of working for deployed GTM teams Coach and develop senior GTM leaders and strengthen capability across the team Bring together the appropriate Sales & Marketing capabilities across the Find, Win and Grow client lifecycle to support agreed GTM priorities Ensure briefs clearly define the opportunity, required outcome, ownership and measures of success before work moves into execution Improve hand-offs from identifying priority markets and opportunities, through converting opportunities into clients, to developing and expanding existing client relationships, while maintaining clear accountability within each capability Build learning from campaigns, pursuits, client conversations and wins and losses back into GTM planning Scale what creates value and stop activity that does not Contribute to function-wide strategy, priorities and investment decisions Build trusted relationships with senior Partners and leaders across the firm You'll be someone with: Significant senior experience in GTM, commercial strategy, market strategy, business development or a related discipline within professional services Strong commercial judgement and understanding of B2B buying behaviour Experience operating in a complex matrix environment and influencing senior stakeholders Proven ability to translate strategy and insight into clear commercial priorities Experience shaping segmentation, propositions, GTM plans or Sales Plays Strong understanding of how Sales, Marketing and Operations combine to drive growth Confidence using market and commercial data to inform decisions Strong people leadership and capability-building experience Experience of commercial transformation is advantageous Professional services experience is beneficial 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.
Associate Director - International Tax Audit, Planning & Projects Location: Reading or London (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite) Contract Length: 12 Months Rate: Competitive hourly rate Overview We are seeking an experienced Associate Director - International Tax Audit, Planning & Projects to join a high-performing global tax function click apply for full job details
Oct 23, 2026
Seasonal
Associate Director - International Tax Audit, Planning & Projects Location: Reading or London (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite) Contract Length: 12 Months Rate: Competitive hourly rate Overview We are seeking an experienced Associate Director - International Tax Audit, Planning & Projects to join a high-performing global tax function click apply for full job details
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 .
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 .
Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients Oversee quality assurance, resource planning, and capability development across multiple projects Lead technical reviews of HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations, and equipment specifications Coordinate with back-office engineers, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery Manage and contribute to tender packages, including technical and commercial submissions Chair design and hazard review meetings and ensure technical assurance of HV plant design Attend site visits, FAT and SAT as required Mentor senior engineers and contribute to succession planning and capability growth Maintain and grow client relationships, supporting strategic business development and market positioning Represent Jacobs in industry forums and contribute to shaping technical standards and best practices Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent LCDAE/PD (TP137) and/or TP141 authorisation ideally Extensive experience in HV substation engineering (132kV-400kV), including AIS/GIS and HVDC systems Proven leadership in delivering complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects Strong understanding of UK transmission and distribution standards and client expectations Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills Strategic thinking with commercial acumen and a track record of business development Why Jacobs? People are Jacobs' greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. Birmingham West Midlands United Kingdom Bristol Bristol City United Kingdom Glasgow Lanarkshire United Kingdom Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear United Kingdom Belfast Antrim United Kingdom Exeter Devon United Kingdom Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom Leeds West Yorkshire United Kingdom London Greater London United Kingdom London Greater London United Kingdom London Greater London United Kingdom Electrical Energy Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs . We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here . Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid Network Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director - Substations (Primary Design) to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients Oversee quality assurance, resource planning, and capability development across multiple projects Lead technical reviews of HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations, and equipment specifications Coordinate with back-office engineers, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery Manage and contribute to tender packages, including technical and commercial submissions Chair design and hazard review meetings and ensure technical assurance of HV plant design Attend site visits, FAT and SAT as required Mentor senior engineers and contribute to succession planning and capability growth Maintain and grow client relationships, supporting strategic business development and market positioning Represent Jacobs in industry forums and contribute to shaping technical standards and best practices Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent LCDAE/PD (TP137) and/or TP141 authorisation ideally Extensive experience in HV substation engineering (132kV-400kV), including AIS/GIS and HVDC systems Proven leadership in delivering complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects Strong understanding of UK transmission and distribution standards and client expectations Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills Strategic thinking with commercial acumen and a track record of business development Why Jacobs? People are Jacobs' greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. Birmingham West Midlands United Kingdom Bristol Bristol City United Kingdom Glasgow Lanarkshire United Kingdom Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear United Kingdom Belfast Antrim United Kingdom Exeter Devon United Kingdom Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom Leeds West Yorkshire United Kingdom London Greater London United Kingdom London Greater London United Kingdom London Greater London United Kingdom Electrical Energy Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs . We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here . Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .