The Organisation

Our client is a top-ranked, Legal 500 and Chambers recognised law firm, known for handling some of the most high-profile and complex cases in the UK and internationally. They offer a collaborative culture, strong career development opportunities, and hybrid working, making it an excellent environment for ambitious professionals to thrive.

The Opportunity

The successfull Business Development Assistant is a motivated and organised individual looking to build their career in business development. Working closely with the BD Managers and the wider team, you'll play a key role in supporting initiatives across the firm's commercial and private disputes practices.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing administrative support to BD Managers, including diary management and coordination of meetings and travel
• Maintaining firmwide trackers and databases for pitches, referrals and credentials
• Assisting with market research and business analysis to identify opportunities
• Supporting the preparation of legal directory submissions and BD budget reports
• Coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers on ad-hoc BD projects
• Assisting with client events, hospitality and the production of marketing materials
• Using the firm's CRM to capture client relationship information
• Taking minutes and tracking actions at BD meetings

You'll gain exposure across the firm's business development function, with the chance to contribute to pitches, events, and strategic initiatives while developing your skills in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Experience in a similar role within professional services (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and proactive approach
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working (3 days in office: Tuesday - Thursday)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution and other benefits
• Supportive, collaborative working culture with clear opportunities for development

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.