BD Sector Senior Manager developing Industrial & Chemicals sector strategies at Linklaters. Collaborating with teams to support profitable growth through targeted client engagement and cross-selling.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a clear Industrial & Chemicals sector strategy, aligned to firm-wide priorities and focused on profitable growth.
Use data, market intelligence and client feedback to inform strategic decisions and identify high-potential opportunities.
Lead sector-specific business development initiatives, CRM strategies and go-to-market campaigns in collaboration with BDM teams.
Oversee client portfolio reviews to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and sector developments.
Support pitch strategy and submissions, working with Pitching teams to deliver compelling proposals and client meeting preparation.
Monitor performance against targets and KPIs to track the effectiveness of sector strategy and BD efforts.
Facilitate cross-sector collaboration and best practice sharing, ensuring coordinated client targeting across sectors.
Guide client relationship teams in identifying white space and developing actionable plans to deepen engagement with priority clients.
Requirements
Proven experience in a global sector BD role within legal or professional services, with a strong understanding of cross-selling strategies and sector-driven growth.
In-depth knowledge of the Industrial & Chemicals sector, with insight into client needs, market trends, and sector challenges.
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing sector-specific BD strategies that drive revenue and support strategic objectives.
Clear understanding and experience of CRM tools and best practice in client relationship management.
Strong collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively with senior partners, relationship managers, and client teams.
Comfortable navigating complex environments, using data-led insights to inform decisions and bring together multiple moving parts.
Benefits
Health & Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance
Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships
Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments
Pension and flexible savings options
Income protection and life assurance
Mortgage advice and will-writing services.
Electric car and cycle to work schemes.
Emergency family care
Additional holiday/birthday leave.
Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave.
Travel insurance and season ticket loan
Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)
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