Business Development Executive

The Team The Global Business Development Leadership Team sets the firm’s strategy in consultation with the Global Strategy Board and Global Practice Executives. Our Business Development teams comprise Communications, Marketing, Business Development and Client Development specialists. They are led by regional Heads of Business Development aligned with our regional boards across: Asia Pacific Middle East and Africa North America United Kingdom Europe Our strategy is to: Manage and develop key client relationships and strengthen our profile across global sectors. Adopt a content-led and product-led approach to taking our practice groups to market. Prioritise the use of integrated digital marketing channels. Position our most senior professionals as trusted advisers to the business, supported by expert execution teams. Ensure that the highest-value clients and opportunities receive appropriate Business Development attention and tailored support. The Role The Business Development Executive is a key member of the UK Business Development team and will be aligned with the Sectors team. Working closely with Business Development Managers, Senior Managers and relevant stakeholders, the successful candidate will support the execution and implementation of business development activities relating to client development and targeting across the relevant sectors. The role reports to a Business Development Manager, with additional mentoring and coaching provided by other members of the team. Key Responsibilities Client Relationship Management and Targeting Support Business Development Managers and Sector Heads with client-targeting initiatives, including: Preparing research packs ahead of client meetings, including relevant client and market information. Analysing and reporting on client activity, including meetings, events and pitches. Providing ad hoc support for revenue-generating initiatives. Supporting preparations for client-focused regional visits. Assisting with the production of data and financial reports. Pitches and Proposals Work collaboratively with the wider Business Development team to support pitches and proposals, including: Reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and ensuring final submissions meet the stated requirements. Sourcing and tailoring standard content, including firm information, professional profiles and capability statements. Preparing briefing documents to ensure proposals are formatted in line with RFP requirements. Liaising with internal stakeholders to obtain relevant input and approvals. Supporting the coordination and delivery of high-quality submissions within agreed deadlines. Event Management Work with the Business Development and Events teams to manage in-person and online client events from conception through to delivery, including: Managing event and invitation lists. Coordinating event collateral, including invitations, presentations and marketing materials. Liaising with external…