Overview

Marketing & Business Development (M&BD) Senior Executive – Corporate & Commercial

Join the dynamic CoComm team at Simmons & Simmons as a Senior M&BD Executive. You will play a pivotal role in a pioneering and fast-growing practice, working closely with our lawyers in the Corporate/M&A and Digital Business teams, as well as the M&BD team, to lead and implement a variety of marketing and business development initiatives.

We are looking for a proactive individual with a proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment. The ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously and provide strategic input is essential for success in this role.

The M&BD Team

Uniting the firm’s expertise to meet clients’ global needs. The Marketing and Business Development (M&BD) team at Simmons & Simmons is a diverse group of professionals, including value-adders, digital innovators, and relationship builders. We invest in our talent at all levels, offering extensive training programs like the "Future Leaders" program to nurture the next generation of leaders. Our team is redefining the M&BD function by incorporating roles such as pricing and sales experts, horizon scanners, and specialists in Emerging Technology and ESG. Our innovative efforts, including the award-winning “supercharge” client program and Cross-Border Group teams, have significantly contributed to the firm’s global collaboration and success in attracting top-tier clients. The Marcomms team plays a crucial role in enhancing the firm's reputation through impactful experiences and media coverage. We prioritize continuous improvement and operational excellence, adopting best practices to maintain our competitive edge and align with our vision of a Next Generation law firm. Our global M&BD team operates as 'One Team,' valuing contributions from members worldwide and fostering a culture of connection and fun. Joining us means making a definitive impact in a role that values and leverages your contributions.

Responsibilities

• Practice-Specific Bids/Pitches: Lead the production of significant pitch opportunities, including practice-specific capability statements and related collateral. Provide strategic oversight and quality assurance for all pitch materials.
• UK Directory Submissions: Draft and refine submissions for the CoComm teams, liaising with fee-earners directly and ensuring high-quality and impactful content.
• Event Management: Handle event logistics and execution to ensure seamless delivery of CoComm events, ensuring seamless delivery and maximum impact.
• CRM Management: Maintain proficiency with InterAction and ensure the effective use of CRM data to support business development activities.
• Website and Intranet Content: Oversee the management of all CoComm team content on the website and intranet, ensuring it is current, accurate, and strategically aligned.
• Knowledge Management: Serve as a key source of information within the M&BD team regarding the CoComm team's legal services, ensuring the ability to communicate practice details (including credentials) effectively to other groups.
• Profile-Raising: Collaborate with PR, digital, and events teams to identify opportunities for enhancing the firm's reputation in the CoComm IPG's legal domains.
• Reporting: Prepare updates for other firm groups and contribute to brainstorming sessions aimed at developing identified opportunities.
• Cross-Team Liaison: Work with sector and regional teams to understand and promote the firm's sector expertise, ensuring international cooperation in the execution of the CoComm IPG plan.
• Thought Leadership Campaigns: Lead the development and delivery of thought leadership campaigns in collaboration with the CoComm senior manager and the senior campaigns and strategic projects manager.

What we are looking for

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of M&BD experience, with at least 2 years in a professional services firm or relevant sector preferred.
• Proven ability to manage and implement M&BD tasks with minimal supervision in an autonomous and strategic manner.
• Demonstrated experience in leading significant pitches and managing the logistics with minimal oversight.
• Strong event management skills, with experience in delivering high-profile events from conception through to completion.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, with the ability to create high-quality presentations and reports.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency within the department and the firm.
• A track record of exceeding high standards of service delivery in every task.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly establish and sustain positive relationships with individuals at various levels of seniority.

Career Level, Employment & Function

Career Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Marketing and Sales

Industries: Law Practice

Equal opportunities

We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We are therefore committed to:

• Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families.
• Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require.
• Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs.
• We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you’re interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team. To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details.