Business Development Manager

We are currently working on an exciting Business Development opportunity for a Business Development Manager/ Senior Executive with a well-established regional law firm undergoing a significant period of strategic growth and on a pathway to International transformation with particular growth focused on the Middle East.

This role sits at the centre of the firm’s regional development strategy, supporting senior leadership across the UAE and wider MENA region. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving business development initiatives, identifying new market opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the firm’s broader commercial objectives during an important phase of expansion and restructuring.

The position offers strong exposure to partners and senior stakeholders, with responsibility across pitches, client strategy, market intelligence, profile-raising initiatives, and wider business planning. This is a highly visible role suited to someone who understands the professional services environment and can operate confidently within a fast-paced and evolving legal platform.

• Previous Business Development experience within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong UAE market experience is essential, with a solid understanding of the regional legal and professional services landscape
• Flexible on years of experience — the firm is focused on finding the right commercial mindset and cultural fit rather than a fixed PQE equivalent
• Confident working directly with partners and senior stakeholders across multiple practice areas
• Strong experience supporting pitches, proposals, client development plans, and strategic BD initiatives
• Commercially minded with the ability to identify growth opportunities and support wider firm strategy
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a hands-on and proactive approach
• Someone who thrives in a start-up style environment where structure is still being built and adaptability is key
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build credibility quickly across the business
• Salary will be aligned with experience and level of seniority