BD Client Development Manager / Senior Manager

• Support the development and implementation of client development plans for priority clients and key growth targets.
• Work with partners to identify client opportunities, cross-selling initiatives and relationship-building activities.
• Maintain and develop client intelligence, including client profiles, relationship maps and opportunity pipelines.
• Coordinate client feedback and client listening initiatives, identifying trends and opportunities to strengthen relationships.
• Support strategic client accounts and key client programmes, helping drive revenue growth and client retention.
• Monitor market developments, client activity and competitor initiatives to identify opportunities for the firm.
• Support the delivery of targeted client events, roundtables and thought leadership initiatives aligned with strategic client objectives.
• Coordinate selected communications and marketing activities that support client development priorities.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness and return on investment of client-facing initiatives.

• Lead the preparation and coordination of high-quality pitches, proposals, Expressions of Interest (EOIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and panel submissions.
• Work with partners and lawyers to develop compelling, client-focused value propositions and win strategies.
• Draft and tailor credentials, capability statements and matter summaries for use in proposals and business development opportunities.
• Maintain and enhance the firm's Saudi credentials database, ensuring experience is current and easily accessible.
• Track pitch opportunities, outcomes and lessons learned, producing reporting and insights to improve future success rates.
• Coordinate internal approval processes and ensure compliance with firm standards and procedures.

• Conduct research on clients, markets, sectors and competitors to support business development activities and partner initiatives.
• Produce briefing materials for client meetings, pitches and strategic planning discussions.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments and investment activity relevant to the firm's priority sectors.
• Support the identification and tracking of emerging opportunities within Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

• Manage submissions to legal directories including Chambers & Partners, Legal 500, IFLR1000 and other relevant rankings.
• Coordinate referee programmes and liaise with partners to maximise participation and client responses.
• Maintain matter records and supporting evidence required for directory submissions.
• Analyse ranking results and competitor performance to identify opportunities for improving market positioning.
• Work closely with practice groups to develop annual directory strategies and submission calendars.

• Build strong relationships with partners, lawyers and Business Professional teams across the firm.
• Ensure best practice use of CRM systems and business development tools.
• Maintain accurate BD reporting, opportunity tracking and management information.
• Share knowledge and best practices across the Client & Market Development function.
• Act as a trusted adviser, coach and mentor to junior members of the Client & Market Development team, providing guidance, support and constructive feedback to assist their professional development.
• Champion best practice across business development, client development, pitch management, legal directory submissions and CRM usage, helping to raise standards and drive consistency across the team.
• Support the development of team capabilities through knowledge sharing, training and the introduction of innovative approaches, tools and processes.

Your experience

• 7+ years’ experience in business development, marketing or communications, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Significant experience in running client development programmes within a leading law firm or professional services environment.
• A strong track record of managing pitches, proposals and competitive tenders.
• Experience preparing legal directory submissions and working with rankings organisations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence working with senior partners and clients.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify growth opportunities.
• Excellent written communication, drafting and project management skills.
• Experience using CRM systems and business development technologies.
• A team player that is also proactive, highly organised and has a results-oriented approach.

How we will support you

From your first day with us, you will have varied opportunities to continuously grow and develop your expertise and knowledge.

From formal training, informal coaching and mentoring through to technical and personal development skills-based training.

Hybrid working

This role follows our 'balanced' hybrid working approach and as long as business needs allow, you will be supported to work in a hybrid way in line with the hybrid working policy.

Equal opportunities

At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where diverse perspectives are recognised and valued.

It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed.

We are guided by our values-based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.

We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and we are committed to delivering fair and equal access to all applicants and employees irrespective of background.

This applies across all aspects of employment from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day-to-day working life.

Our global network of affinity, faith and support groups are open to all.

These communities help to create an environment where everyone at the firm can feel they belong and can reach their full potential.

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.