Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Drive growth in the UK legal sector with a forward-thinking firm

Remote (South Africa) | R30,000 R38,000 equivalent | Legal Services | Mid-Senior Level

About Us

Our client are a UK-focused legal services provider supporting individuals and businesses with clear, practical solutions. With expertise across multiple areas of law, we combine professional knowledge with a modern, people-first approach. Our mission is to deliver trusted advice while building lasting client relationships.

The Role : Business Development Manager

The Mid-Senior Business Development Manager will be instrumental in expanding our presence across the UK market. This role focuses on identifying opportunities, securing new business, and nurturing long-term relationships with senior-level clients in the legal sector. Working remotely from South Africa, you will develop strategies, lead campaigns, and manage the full business development cycle to drive growth.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement business development strategies to grow our UK presence

Generate leads through LinkedIn campaigns, email marketing, outbound calls, and networking initiatives

Build and maintain strong relationships with law firms, in-house legal teams, and decision-makers

Research market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to shape strategy

Collaborate with leadership on targeted campaigns aligned with growth objectives

Manage the full business development cycle from prospecting to closing agreements

Represent the company with professionalism, ensuring trust and credibility in every interaction

About You

Proven track record in business development, ideally within the legal sector

Experience working with the UK market (essential for success in this role)

Strong network of contacts across UK law firms and in-house legal teams

Skilled in LinkedIn campaigns, digital outreach, and email marketing tools

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities

Confident in outbound calling to secure discovery calls and client meetings

Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently

Strong organisational and time-management skills