Business Development Manager (FIG)

About the role

Freshfields is a global law firm dedicated to providing top-tier business law advice. The Firm comprises over 2,400 lawyers in 28 offices worldwide, serving corporations, financial institutions, and governments globally. We foster a supportive environment where diverse backgrounds enrich our work and encourage innovation.

Key responsibilities and deliverables

• Lead and support business development strategy for FIG in the US, aligning with global priorities.
• Create tailored pitches, RFP responses, and panel submissions, ensuring timely and client-focused delivery.
• Manage and enhance key client relationships, driving engagement and strengthening Freshfields' sector positioning.
• Develop and oversee US-based FIG thought leadership content, events, campaigns, and directory/award submissions to elevate the practice's profile.
• Track client targeting initiatives, relationship mapping, and contact history to generate actionable insights supporting strategic business opportunities.
• Contribute US market intelligence and trends to global FIG initiatives, ensuring industry developments inform the firm's broader strategy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple practice groups and international offices to identify cross-border opportunities and drive seamless client service delivery.
• Coach, mentor, and guide junior team members and regional colleagues, ensuring high-quality execution across live projects.

Key requirements (Communication/skills/experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience working for a professional services firm, with a focus on corporate – financial services.
• Strong emotional intelligence, independent thinking, and sound judgment.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with a focus on building strong relationships internally and externally.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple US and global stakeholders.
• Strong multi-tasking and project management skills, able to handle tight deadlines and changing project criteria.
• Excellent written, presentation, and oral communication skills.
• Natural curiosity and dedication to learning; passion to grow into a well-rounded business development practitioner.
• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Suite software.
• Experience with some or all of the following systems is preferred: Foundation, Salesforce, and SharePoint.
• Experience with databases such as Pitchbook, Mergermarket, Refinitiv, CapitalIQ, and Preqin is a plus.