BD Advisor (6 month contract)

The BD Advisor (6-month contract) at Linklaters is a pivotal role within the firm's Business Development (BD) team, focusing on the Energy, Utilities, and Infrastructure sectors. This position offers an opportunity to gain experience in a leading Magic Circle law firm, working closely with lawyers, managers, and global teams to deliver high-quality research, documentation, and coordination that drive client service excellence and support the firm's strategic goals.

In this role, the BD Advisor will support lawyers and BD teams with legal research, document preparation, and case management. Responsibilities include assisting in the development of pitch and panel submissions, preparing directory, award, and league table entries, and conducting client, market, and competitor research to inform legal strategies and client engagement. The position also involves drafting, reviewing, and maintaining client-facing collateral, reports, and marketing materials, coordinating targeted campaigns, events, and initiatives, and maintaining practice materials, mailing lists, and databases. Collaboration with global and regional teams to share best practices and drive strategic projects is essential, as is supporting the implementation of BD and legal plans aligned with practice business goals. Additionally, the BD Advisor will project manage the end-to-end process for pitches, client alerts, and profile-raising activities.

Candidates should have prior experience providing business development support within a professional services or law firm environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail, are essential. The ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and functions, analytical skills to interpret legal and market data, and experience producing accurate and quality documents, RFPs, and pitches are also required. A high degree of commercial acumen and strategic thinking, IT and social media literacy, and the ability to facilitate meetings and present effectively are important. Candidates should be organized, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.

While specific compensation details are not provided, the role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The position is based in London, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment within a leading global law firm.

Linklaters is a global law firm committed to providing exceptional service to clients worldwide. The firm fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, offering opportunities for professional growth and development. Joining Linklaters as a BD Advisor provides exposure to high-profile projects and the chance to work alongside leading professionals in the legal industry.