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Join us, and let’s shape the future together.\nBeing refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger - not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone.\n* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.\n________________________________________\nThe role in 60 seconds\nRole: Business Development Manager\n Sector: Retail & Consumer (R&C)\nPractice: Commercial and Disputes\nTeam: Client Development\nLocation: Hybrid working from Bristol or Exeter\nReporting to: Senior Business Development Manager\nWorking Pattern: Full-time\nWhy this role matters: This is an exciting opportunity to help drive growth across our Retail & Consumer sector and support the Commercial and Disputes practices. 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Alongside this, your portfolio of strategic priorities will be tailored to reflect both the successful candidate's experience and the firm's evolving strategy.\nIn this role, you'll:\nDrive and deliver the business development and marketing plan for the Retail & Consumer sector, working closely with sector leadership and partners across the Commercial and Dispute Resolution practices to support growth objectives.\nHelp identify, prioritise and pursue new business opportunities across the Retail & Consumer sector and aligned practice areas.\nSupport the development of client relationship initiatives, helping to deepen existing relationships and create opportunities for cross-selling and collaboration.\nLead and coordinate targeted marketing and business development campaigns, events and profile-raising activity.\nProduce compelling pitches, proposals, credentials, presentations and client-facing materials that showcase the firm's expertise and capabilities.\nUse market, client and competitor insight to identify trends, opportunities and areas for growth.\nWork closely with colleagues across Marketing, Communications and Client Development to deliver integrated campaigns and thought leadership activity.\nSupport budget management and reporting, tracking activity, outcomes and return on investment.\nAct as a trusted adviser to stakeholders, providing practical business development support and guidance.\nHelp drive a culture of collaboration, ensuring clients benefit from the full breadth of expertise available across the firm.\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a broad and impactful portfolio, working closely with stakeholders across the firm to deliver growth initiatives, strengthen client relationships and achieve meaningful commercial outcomes.\n________________________________________\nWhat we’re looking for\nWe're seeking someone who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities and turning ideas into action. You'll be a proactive and commercially minded business development professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.\nYou'll bring:\nExperience in a business development, marketing or client relationship role within professional services or a similarly relationship-focused environment.\nStrong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to build trusted relationships with colleagues at all levels.\nExperience supporting business development initiatives, campaigns, client programmes, pitches or strategic growth activities.\nExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to create engaging client-facing content and presentations.\nStrong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.\nA commercial mindset and an interest in understanding clients, markets and industry trends.\nThe ability to analyse information and translate insight into practical recommendations and actions.\nA collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working across teams to achieve shared goals.\nA proactive, solutions-focused attitude with a willingness to challenge constructively and drive continuous improvement.\nAnd you'll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.\n*Experience within legal would be advantageous.\n________________________________________\nWhat if I don't tick every box?\nWe're not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth.\nIf you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.\n________________________________________\nJoin a seriously ambitious firm\nAt Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:\nAn ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.\nA client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.\nA culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.\nA strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.\nComprehensive professional development and training - whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.\n________________________________________\nProgressive benefits tailored to you\nWe believe our people are our greatest asset. 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