Business Development Manager

Brussels - Belgium

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

1. The role & team

Role title: Marketing & Business Development Manager Brussels

Department: Marketing & Business Development (M&BD)

Location: Brussels

Reports to: Global Head of Business Development and Practices and Markets

Job type: Permanent part-time: /- 60% (24h a week)

Overview of role: This role represents an opportunity to be part of the Simmons & Simmons Belgium growth story. Since opening in 1962 the Brussels office has seen significant growth and has achieved impressive results for both local and international clients.

Operating as part of both the Brussels office and the wider Simmons M&BD community the successful candidate will have a strong voice in the future planning of the office. This role demands both strategic thinking and hands-on delivery the ability to juggle both is key. Only passionate team-players need apply.

Click here for more information on the firm and our office.

2. What will you do

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Marketing & BD Planning:

Collaborate with Brussels-based lawyers to develop and implement the office business plan ensuring alignment with international and firmwide strategies.

Oversee all M&BD activities in Brussels to ensure consistency and strategic alignment.

Take the initiative in M&BD matters and propose strategies to the Country Head and Partners.

Brand & Profile:

Raise the profile of the Simmons & Simmons Brussels office through priority projects including social media initiatives and close collaboration with the central Marketing & Communications team.

Identify and pursue thought leadership opportunities and coordinate the preparation and submission of annual legal directory entries.

Events:

Coordinate and provide substantive marketing input to the Administrative Manager who will ensure the organisation of internal and external BD events.

Press Relations:

Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts.

Facilitate effective information flow within the Brussels office and across the wider firm.

Maintain a thorough understanding of both local and international priorities fostering networking and awareness of firm-wide initiatives.

New Business:

Lead initiatives to attract new clients including the preparation and coordination of pitch teams.

Gather and analyse feedback from pitches to drive continuous improvement.

Client Development:

Support the management of local client relationships and proactively identify opportunities for strategic clients both as part of the firms global client programme and locally.

May be responsible for overseeing a strategic client account.

Budget Management:

Oversee the allocation and management of the M&BD budget for the Brussels office.

Monitor expenditure and ensure all unplanned expenses are justified and reported appropriately.

Reporting:

Support the centralised reporting of local M&BD activities market trends and business development opportunities.

Cross-Team Liaison:

Ensure clear and comprehensive project briefs are provided to relevant teams.

Review all outputs for accuracy and quality prior to distribution.

3. What were looking for

Person Specification:

Minimum of 5 years of M&BD experience with at least 1 year in a law firm or relevant sector preferred.

Preferably fluent in English and Dutch or French. Fluency in all three languages is an advantage.

A university degree in business marketing or a related area is preferred. A professional marketing qualification is also desirable.

Well-developed understanding of marketing and business development strategy and implementation.

Strong project management skills.

Understands how to manage events from conception through to completion.

Proficient in PowerPoint Excel and Word.

Strong experience in the end-to-end management of the pitch process.

Possesses excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Well-organized with a keen attention to detail.

Highly consultative approach and is solution oriented.

Acts to maximise the profitability of the business.

Quickly establishes and sustains positive relationships with individuals at various levels of seniority.

A strong understanding of the Brussels professional services market desired.

Proactive demonstrating initiative in all aspects of the role.

4. Why Simmons & Simmons

Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects using your influence to create a positive impact for our clients society and the planet. We also ensure that everyones voice is heard from day one irrespective of job title qualification or background. You will be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities you will be provided with a platform to excel enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.

We offer a competitive package including private medical insurance and pension contribution.

Our global skills academy provides our people regardless of their role and location with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops podcasts short videos and practical learning experiences).

We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.

We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance expand and differentiate the Simmons offering.

We are proud to rank as a top 30 Employer for Working Families and a top 25 Employer for Social Mobility.

We have a range of social and sports committees summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers.

We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.

Offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hurst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists.

Required Experience:

Manager

1. The role & teamRole title: Marketing & Business Development Manager BrusselsDepartment: Marketing & Business Development (M&BD) Location: BrusselsReports to: Global Head of Business Development and Practices and Markets Job type: Permanent part-time: /- 60% (24h a week)Overview of role: This rol...

1. The role & team

Role title: Marketing & Business Development Manager Brussels

Department: Marketing & Business Development (M&BD)

Location: Brussels

Reports to: Global Head of Business Development and Practices and Markets

Job type: Permanent part-time: /- 60% (24h a week)

Click here for more information on the firm and our office.

2. What will you do

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Marketing & BD Planning:

Collaborate with Brussels-based lawyers to develop and implement the office business plan ensuring alignment with international and firmwide strategies.

Oversee all M&BD activities in Brussels to ensure consistency and strategic alignment.

Take the initiative in M&BD matters and propose strategies to the Country Head and Partners.

Brand & Profile:

Raise the profile of the Simmons & Simmons Brussels office through priority projects including social media initiatives and close collaboration with the central Marketing & Communications team.

Identify and pursue thought leadership opportunities and coordinate the preparation and submission of annual legal directory entries.

Events:

Coordinate and provide substantive marketing input to the Administrative Manager who will ensure the organisation of internal and external BD events.

Press Relations:

Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts.

Facilitate effective information flow within the Brussels office and across the wider firm.

Maintain a thorough understanding of both local and international priorities fostering networking and awareness of firm-wide initiatives.

New Business:

Lead initiatives to attract new clients including the preparation and coordination of pitch teams.

Gather and analyse feedback from pitches to drive continuous improvement.

Client Development:

Support the management of local client relationships and proactively identify opportunities for strategic clients both as part of the firms global client programme and locally.

May be responsible for overseeing a strategic client account.

Budget Management:

Oversee the allocation and management of the M&BD budget for the Brussels office.

Monitor expenditure and ensure all unplanned expenses are justified and reported appropriately.

Reporting:

Support the centralised reporting of local M&BD activities market trends and business development opportunities.

Cross-Team Liaison:

Ensure clear and comprehensive project briefs are provided to relevant teams.

Review all outputs for accuracy and quality prior to distribution.

3. What were looking for

Person Specification:

Minimum of 5 years of M&BD experience with at least 1 year in a law firm or relevant sector preferred.

Preferably fluent in English and Dutch or French. Fluency in all three languages is an advantage.

A university degree in business marketing or a related area is preferred. A professional marketing qualification is also desirable.

Well-developed understanding of marketing and business development strategy and implementation.

Strong project management skills.

Understands how to manage events from conception through to completion.

Proficient in PowerPoint Excel and Word.

Strong experience in the end-to-end management of the pitch process.

Possesses excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Well-organized with a keen attention to detail.

Highly consultative approach and is solution oriented.

Acts to maximise the profitability of the business.

Quickly establishes and sustains positive relationships with individuals at various levels of seniority.

A strong understanding of the Brussels professional services market desired.

Proactive demonstrating initiative in all aspects of the role.

4. Why Simmons & Simmons

We offer a competitive package including private medical insurance and pension contribution.

We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.

We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance expand and differentiate the Simmons offering.

We are proud to rank as a top 30 Employer for Working Families and a top 25 Employer for Social Mobility.

We have a range of social and sports committees summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers.

We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.

Required Experience:

Manager

Key Skills

Business Development
Sales Experience
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Marketing
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Account Management
Territory Management
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CRM Software
negotiation
Lead Generation

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Business Development Manager

Brussels - Belgium

Job Summary

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2. What will you do

3. What were looking for

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