Join a global law firm with a strong sector focus and a reputation for commercial, pragmatic advice. The Marketing & BD function supports regional offices, sector groups and central marketing operations. The Commodities group advises clients across the full international trade lifecycle, including soft commodities, oil and gas, metals, coal and steel. Clients range from multinational energy companies and trading houses to banks, brokers, insurers and government bodies.
About the role:
A hands‑on, strategic role supporting the international Commodities group. Working closely with senior partners and a collaborative BD team, the Manager will lead the group’s business development and marketing activity, driving profile, client development and revenue growth. The environment is entrepreneurial, with strong partner engagement and visibility at senior level.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of the Commodities group’s BD and marketing strategy.
- Plan and implement international BD and marketing campaigns, including budget management.
- Support London fee‑earners with day‑to‑day BD activity.
- Ensure the Commodities practice is integrated into cross‑practice BD, communications and client programmes.
- Conduct sector and client research to identify opportunities, trends and cross‑sell potential.
- Draft high‑impact pitches, proposals and capability materials.
- Manage the group’s involvement in the firmwide client development programme.
- Work with Communications and Knowledge teams to deliver a targeted PR and thought‑leadership plan.
- Oversee marketing materials, directory submissions, website content, client briefings, events and ROI reporting.
- Maintain strong relationships with partners, fee‑earners and specialist in‑house teams.
- Ensure consistent branding, effective use of CRM and adherence to best‑practice processes.
Key Skills & Experience
- Experience in professional services, ideally legal.
- Confident working with senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
- Proven track record delivering BD and marketing plans, campaigns and pitches.
- Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication, influencing and relationship‑building skills.
- Proactive, organised and able to work independently.
- Strong IT capability, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and CRM systems.
The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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