Business Development Manager

Kent Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you drive and shape growth for Cripps by leading business development initiatives within a strategic growth area. You work closely with partners and senior stakeholders to convert opportunities into client wins, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution. You’ll deliver pitches, campaigns and client initiatives, while coordinating marketing support and client/referrer programs. The role offers cross-location collaboration across Tunbridge Wells, London and Horsham with a clear growth mandate.

Pay / Benefits

hybrid role
travel to London and Horsham offices
growth-focused environment

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver BD plans aligned to the firm's growth objectives
Partner with partners and senior stakeholders to provide commercial insight and challenge
Lead pitches, proposals and presentations from strategy to delivery
Plan and run targeted marketing campaigns, client events and BD initiatives with Marketing
Coordinate client and referrer programmes to strengthen relationships
Manage legal directory submissions to showcase the firm’s expertise
Analyse BD activity using data to improve future plans
Drive adoption of BD tools and systems across the business
Support and coordinate BD Executive resource where appropriate

Key requirements

Experience in a senior BD role within a law firm, accountancy firm or partnership-led professional services
Ability to think strategically and tactically with strong execution
Strong commercial awareness and comfort working with partners and senior leaders
Experience producing pitches, proposals and client-facing materials
Excellent project management with ability to manage multiple priorities
Collaborative, proactive approach and willingness to contribute across the business
Strong written and verbal communication with high attention to detail