205 jobs in Blue Legal

Marketing Operations & Enablement Senior Executive / Manager

Location: London
Salary: DUE
Salary band: Dependant upon experience
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 21/07/26

Blue Legal is partnering with a leading consultancy to recruit a Marketing Operations & Enablement Senior Executive / Manager. Working as part of the Business Development team, the successful candidate will drive operational improvements across marketing and business development functions, helping to optimise processes, embed automation and AI, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of business development activity. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional to play a key role in shaping marketing operations and supporting continuous improvement.

• Partner with Marketing, Communications and Commercial Success teams to identify process inefficiencies, streamline workflows and implement scalable operational improvements that enhance delivery and consistency.
• Design, develop and embed marketing and business development processes, standards and guidance, ensuring efficient planning, execution and continuous improvement across the function.
• Identify opportunities to leverage automation, AI and workflow technologies to improve efficiency, quality and delivery, while promoting best practice and appropriate governance.
• Analyse operational and performance data to identify trends, measure the impact of improvements and provide practical recommendations that support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead and support change initiatives, helping teams adopt new processes, technologies and ways of working while driving engagement and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver operational excellence, improve marketing effectiveness and support wider business development objectives.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Marketing Operations function, championing innovation, efficiency, and best practice across the team.

• Previous experience within marketing operations, business development operations, process improvement or a similar role, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of workflow optimisation, automation technologies and operational data, with experience using Microsoft 365 and a keen interest in AI-enabled solutions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and project management skills, with the ability to influence change, manage multiple priorities and deliver measurable business improvements.

Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

Home Business Development Specialist – Finance

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Dependant upon experience
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 26th November 2025

We are partnering with a leading law firm who are recruiting for a Business Development Specialist, focussing on Finance, Business, Restructuring and Real Estate, to join their London office. As a key contributor to the Finance, Business Restructuring, and Real Estate practices, the Business Development Specialist (BD Specialist) leads infrastructure-related business development initiatives across London and Europe. Reporting to the Senior BD Manager, the Specialist works closely with partners, lawyers, and BD teams locally and globally to deliver on strategic objectives and enhance the firm’s visibility in the market.

The Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development, coordination, and implementation of business and client development plans for the Finance, Business Restructuring, Real Estate, and infrastructure-focused practices, including budget tracking and internal reporting.
• Prepare pitches, proposals, capability statements, and tailored client-specific content through research and close collaboration with London and US BD/PRAD teams.
• Support internal BD activities such as meeting agendas, note-taking, action follow-up, and the planning and execution of client presentations, workshops, and roundtables.
• Monitor market, practice, and industry trends to enhance client engagement and share insights that support cross-office BD collaboration.
• Assist with client relationship initiatives by developing and implementing action plans and maintaining accurate records of client and BD activity.
• Deliver client, market, and competitor research in partnership with the Library research team, tailoring insights for partner and client use.
• Maintain and update go-to-market materials—including slide decks, bios, brochures, capability statements, matter records, and intranet content—and support profile-raising initiatives such as thought leadership and directory submissions.
• Support the planning, execution, and logistics of client and industry events, conferences, sponsorships, and broader global/EU/London business development projects.

The Candidate:

• Strong academic background with at least three years’ business/client development experience in professional services; relevant BD/marketing qualifications and sector knowledge (Finance, Restructuring, Real Estate, UK/EU financial markets) are advantageous.
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable team player who can work independently and is committed to delivering high-quality client service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, tailored client-facing materials for diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and strong organisational/project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and proficiency in key software tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, InterAction).

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Blue Legal
70 Gracechurch St
London
EC3V 0HR
United Kingdom

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Dependant upon experience
Contract type: Permanent

A leading global law firm is recruiting for a Business Development Assistant to join their London based office. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, be able to support the wider business development team on firmwide projects, and get involved in day-to-day activities for the business development team. The role will include working closely with the real estate and public policy practices, collaborating with the events team on the preparation of seminars and client events, and carrying out market and competitor research.

• Aid delivery of practice area and marketing plans, ensuring activities are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop an understanding of each group’s work and their sub-practice areas.
• Assist in credentials capture, pitch activities, and producing client/target client research.
• Conduct research for business development and marketing opportunities, such as conferences.
• Lead directory and award submissions for practice areas and individuals.
• Compile newsletters and alerts, collaborating with the events team, and tracking client feedback.
• Support fee earners in profile-raising initiatives, internal communication, and marketing campaign implementation.
• Assist with thought leadership content, press releases, website bios, LinkedIn profiles, and document proofreading.

• Some experience at assistant level in professional services is essential.
• A strong interest or desire to learn about relevant practice areas.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive, tenacious attitude.
• Strong project management and communication skills (both oral and written).

Senior Business Development Specialist

Location: London

Salary: Market Rate

Salary band: Dependant upon experience

Contract type: Permanent

Date posted: 16th July 2025

Blue Legal are partnering with a leading international law firm who are recruiting for a Senior Business Development Specialist to join their London office. The role involves working closely with BD Managers and lawyers across a range of practice groups. The Senior BD Specialist will play a central role in driving forward strategic business development initiatives, deepening client relationships and enhancing the firm’s profile.

The Responsibilities:

• Prepare tailored pitches, RFP responses, and marketing materials for business development and client meetings.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of the Firm’s deal database, experience lists, rankings, biographies, and other core content.
• Conduct research and contribute to client targeting through relationship mapping, opportunity tracking, and reporting.
• Coordinate and support BD and marketing campaigns, including events, digital content, and thought leadership.
• Assist BD Managers with cross-practice initiatives and drafting directory submissions (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500).
• Help organise and execute client-facing events, including presentations and logistics.
• Collaborate with the PR and Communications team on relevant initiatives.
• Build strong internal relationships and support firm-wide BD projects and initiatives as needed.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree with 4–5 years of BD experience, ideally within legal, professional, or financial services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent project management, multitasking, and attention to detail; ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused, resilient, and collaborative mindset.

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Blue Legal

70 Gracechurch St

London

EC3V 0HR

United Kingdom

Marketing & Business Development Coordinator – London

A globally recognised US law firm is seeking a Marketing and Business Development Coordinator to join their office based in London. This newly created position will work closely with the Marketing & BD Manager to provide support to the firm’s Leveraged Finance and Capital Markets practice groups, and provide cross-sector support with business development and marketing initiatives.

• Collaborate with the BD Manager to support the marketing efforts of the Leveraged Finance and Capital Markets practice groups.
• Provide support with the preparation of events, maintaining deal lists, presentations, pitches, and proposals, and maintaining the database.
• Coordinating events across practices, keeping track of invites, attending the event, measuring ROI, ensuring timely follow-up.
• Support with planning and managing client seminars and other marketing-oriented events for the London office.
• Preparing slides and handouts, working closely with the London BD team.
• Ensure web and print marketing collateral are regularly updated, including biographies, practice brochures, and news items.
• Preparing materials for pitches, proposals, and client presentations for partners.
• Develop and maintain materials including matter lists, deal lists, client and industry lists.
• Oversee the production, editing, and mailing of external communications such as client alerts and event invitations.
• Support the firm’s PR team with relevant news announcements, including notable deals, awards, publications, speaking opportunities, and other newsworthy items.

• Previous experience working within a legal / professional services environment.
• Possess a marketing / business related degree or relevant BD experience.
• Proven track record of planning and delivering against objectives and tight deadlines.
• Experience in using and managing databases or spreadsheets efficiently.

Please note : Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

Blue Legal
70 Gracechurch St
London
EC3V 0HR
United Kingdom

Home Marketing and Business Development Executive – Birmingham

Location: Midlands
Salary: Up to £32,000
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 14/04/2023

A top-tier global law firm are seeking a Marketing & BD Executive to provide support to their international Tax practice group. The successful candidate will work closely with partners to provide guidance and coordinate marketing activities, support with business development initiatives and maintain systems and processes.

The Responsibilities:

• Coordinate marketing activities to support sector and practice group plans.
• Lead profile-raising activities including events, website & digital content, and communications.
• Ensure marketing activities are in line with the firm’s strategic objectives and adhere to brand guidelines.
• Support lawyers in introducing proposals to relevant key clients.
• Help target leading industry buyers and influencers.
• Act as a subject matter expert in major sector and practice group pitches.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all standard capability statements and proposal content.
• Support the implementation of sector and practice group marketing plans.
• Maintain up-to-date credentials and content for proposals to deliver compelling sales messages.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience working within a legal / professional services environment.
• Possess good project management skills in relation to delivering Marketing & BD campaigns.
• Sound understanding of professional marketing approaches, sales and pitch processes within the legal sector.
• Hold a Degree/CIM Professional Certificate in Marketing (desirable)

Please note : Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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Blue Legal
70 Gracechurch St
London
EC3V 0HR
United Kingdom