Senior Business Development Manager - Dept Finance

Career Legal is working with a prestigious international law firm to recruit a Senior Business Development Manager to support its Debt Finance practice, part of a globally recognised Financial Markets team.

This is a high-impact role for a strategic and commercially astute BD professional with experience in legal or professional services. You'll play a central part in driving business planning, market positioning, pitch strategy, and client development activity across a range of high-profile finance product areas – including leveraged, infrastructure, corporate, fund and growth markets finance.

You will :

• Lead BD and marketing initiatives across the Debt Finance group, working closely with senior partners in London and globally
• Manage cross-border pitch responses, credentials, and campaign materials
• Drive profile-raising efforts, events, and client engagement strategies
• Support client planning, key account growth, and sector-focused initiatives
• Mentor junior team members and shape global BD best practices

You’ll be part of a dynamic, international BD function that sits at the heart of the firm's growth strategy. This team collaborates closely with partners and stakeholders across global offices to identify opportunities, win work, and deliver top-tier service to clients.

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