Job Description
Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices.
Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional.
We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind-set we aim to bring to every interaction.
Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere.
We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal.
The role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Linklaters’ high-performing Business Development & Marketing team as a BD Advisor supporting our Energy & Infrastructure practice on an 18‑month FTC.
You’ll play a key role in helping drive growth in one of the firm’s most dynamic and strategically important sectors, working closely with lawyers and BD colleagues across our global network. The role offers real exposure to sector strategy, client development and high-value opportunities, giving you the chance to make a tangible impact from day one.
In this role, you will:
- Support the delivery of BD and client growth strategies across Energy & Infrastructure
- Work on major pitches, panel submissions and win strategies, helping secure high-profile mandates
- Use data-led insights and market intelligence to identify opportunities and inform decision-making
- Collaborate across global teams and practice areas to drive cross-selling and integrated campaigns
- Contribute to client initiatives, events and go-to-market activity
- Help shape and maintain high-quality BD materials, credentials and sector insights
You’ll be part of a globally connected, collaborative BDM function, known for its strong team culture, innovation and focus on delivering commercial impact.
What we're looking for:
We’re looking for someone who is commercially minded, collaborative and motivated to build their BD career in a fast-paced, international environment.
You’ll bring:
- Experience in business development within a professional services environment (legal experience advantageous)
- Exposure to BD strategy, client development or sector-focused initiatives
- Experience contributing to pitches, proposals or complex client opportunities
- Strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret data and spot opportunities
- Confidence working with multiple stakeholders across teams and geographies
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
It would also be a plus if you:
- Have an interest in or exposure to the Energy & Infrastructure sector
- Are comfortable using CRM systems, marketing technology or BD data tools
- Enjoy working in a highly collaborative, fast-moving environment
Above all, we’re looking for someone who is:
- Curious, proactive and commercially aware
- A strong team player who thrives in a global environment
- Keen to learn, develop and make an impact
If you’re looking for a role where you can combine strategy, client work and international collaboration, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your BD career at a firm known for both its people and its performance.
What's on offer:
Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include:
Health & Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance
Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships
Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments
Finance
Pension and flexible savings options
Income protection and life assurance
Mortgage advice and will-writing services
Family & Lifestyle
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)
If you think this role would suit you, please click Apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
Technical Skills
Business Development, Business Partner Support, Client Presentation Strategy, Communication, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System, Domain Expertise, New Business Development, Pitch Decks, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Business PlanningThis list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.
Application Policy
Applications and CVs (direct or via agency) are only accepted online via the portal. Queries related to our roles must be directed to the relevant recruitment team and not the partners, practices or stakeholders ([email protected] for legal roles or [email protected] for business team roles).