Business development manager

As a Business Development (BD) Manager, you will help shape the development and implementation of our BD strategy with a focus on our Corporate and Commercial practice. You will provide support to various partners and practices, with a focus on [Belgian] Corporate and Commercial. Who we are Van Bael & Bellis is a leading independent law firm headquartered in Brussels, with offices in London and Geneva. We are a truly international firm, both in terms of lawyers and clients. Established 40 years ago, our firm has grown to include more than 90 lawyers from 27 different countries. While our working language is English, our lawyers speak more than 25 different languages. Since our inception, we have developed a collaborative team of lawyers who combine their perspectives to provide thoughtful and effective legal support. We provide specialist advice to clients ranging from multinationals, government bodies and top-tier law firms around the globe. We offer our clients the support of a highly effective team of professionals with multi-jurisdictional expertise and a truly international perspective. We work on complex, high-end international assignments, which require deep knowledge of the law, yet practical results for our demanding clients. Function Support the Head of Business Development in the development and implementation of BD/marketing processes, resources and strategies Progress these strategies for the Corporate and Commercial practices to increase cross-practice collaboration and client revenue Building and maintaining collaborative relationships, internally and externally , at all levels Conduct market/client analysis , monitor external trends and use insights to recommend data-driven practice strategies Support the overall working of the BD/Marketing team Our offer You will work in a stimulating and dynamic environment with motivated and enthusiastic colleagues, and will be closely involved in client development initiatives and strategic projects across a wide range of sectors; The firm relies on a very professional working environment with all necessary support, which will enable you to focus on high-value business development, client relationship management and strategic growth initiatives; You will be in contact with a diversified international client base and internal stakeholders, offering a varied role with the opportunity to use your own initiative and make a visible impact; You will receive on-the-job training and support from experienced professionals, working closely with partners and teams across the firm; You will be offered a competitive remuneration and package based on experience and performance; The firm invests heavily in its people in terms of training, welfare, and prides itself on maintaining a friendly, informal and sociable working atmosphere, with respect for a healthy work-life balance. 3-5 years’ experience across the full range of business development/marketing activities including preparing pitches and legal directory submissions Experience in BD in partner-led organisations, preference given to law firm experience Experience in developing practice and/or individual partner business plans Working levels of English, Dutch and French Ability to collaborate and build strong relationships across multiple teams in a multicultural environment Curiosity and driven to learn Exceptional organisational, oral and written communication skills Attention to detail, commitment to excellence, solutions-oriented approach, able to handle multiple competing projects and deliver to tight deadlines Nice to have: Knowledge of the [Belgian] Corporate and Commercial sectors Experience in leveraging marketing technology and data tools for BD insights Experience in organising and promoting client events and other profile-raising activities