Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager – Life Sciences

Are you an experienced Senior Business Development Manager or a Business Development Manager ready to take the next step in your career? If so, I’m delighted to be working with this leading global law firm who are keen to hire a Senior Business Development Manager to join their dynamic Life Sciences team.

About the Role: As a Senior Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing their global strategy for the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. You will work closely with Sector Lead Partners, the global team, and key client teams to drive growth and enhance our market presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Development: Collaborate with Sector Lead Partners to develop and deliver the firm's global sector strategy.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain long-term, profitable relationships with key clients, understanding their needs and market dynamics.
• Market Insights: Become an expert in the pharmaceutical sector, providing valuable insights and contributing to the development of our product offerings.
• Team Leadership: Motivate and enable teams to connect with clients and markets, enhancing our external profile.
• Thought Leadership: Lead initiatives to increase brand awareness through cross-practice thought leadership and events.
• Pitch Management: Provide strategic input to pitch processes, working with practice and product specialists.

What they offer:

• Variety and Involvement: Engage in a wide range of activities from business planning and client portfolio management to thought leadership and brand building.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a diverse team of partners, associates, and business development professionals across multiple jurisdictions.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement within a supportive and innovative firm.

What’s needed:

• Solid business development experience, with a focus on strategic selling and client relationship management gained with a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with partners and colleagues.
• Commercial awareness and resilience.