Business Development & Communications Specialist (14 Month FTC)

Business Development & Communications Specialist (14 Month FTC)

Our US law firm client is seeking an engaging and professional Business Development & Communications Specialist on an initial 14-month fixed-term contract. This is a varied role that includes elements of marketing, business development, communications, public relations, marketing technology, and events spanning the firm’s practice groups, client teams, and lawyers.

What’s On Offer:

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• Salary to £65,000 + overtime
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• Generous employee benefits
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• 09:00-17:30 working hours
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• Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day remote)
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• City / Liverpool Street location
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Business Development & Communications Specialist – What You’ll Be Doing:

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• Lead business development and marketing initiatives for multiple practice groups, supporting strategic planning and growth
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• Develop pitches, proposals, presentations, and other client-facing marketing materials
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• Manage events, sponsorships, webinars, and PR campaigns, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners
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• Conduct market, client, and competitor research to identify business development opportunities
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• Manage legal directory submissions, communications, website content, and marketing collateral
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• Track business development performance, maintain practice group materials, and support firm-wide marketing initiatives
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Business Development & Communications Specialist – What We’re Looking For:

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• Applicants must be available for a September start date
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• 5+ years of Marketing/ Business Development experience gained within a law firm
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• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
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• Experience with InterAction, Vuture and Ruby advantageous
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