Business Development Manager, Asia Dispute Resolution

About the role

Freshfields, a global law firm advising corporations, financial institutions and governments, is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to support its Asia Dispute Resolution practice. The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and can build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Asia and the global network. It sits within the global Marketing & Business Development team, which shapes client strategy, delivers proposals, campaigns and content.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage proposals, pitches, RFP responses and other opportunities to win work, often to tight deadlines.
• Manage practice content, campaigns, events, directory submissions and awards to support client engagement and strengthen the firm's profile.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and MBD colleagues.
• Develop and execute marketing and business development strategies to strengthen client relationships, target new work and build the practice's reputation.
• Use technology, including AI tools, Salesforce and firmwide platforms, to analyse trends, identify opportunities and measure impact.
• Line manage a Senior Business Development Executive supporting the Asia Dispute Resolution practice.

Required profile

• Degree-level education and substantial marketing or business development experience in a professional services environment.
• Strong emotional intelligence, independent thinking, professional judgement and confidence advising senior stakeholders.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, and strong project management skills to handle multiple deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, with strong copywriting, grammar and proofreading ability.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and curiosity to keep learning.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of AI tools and CRM systems; Salesforce experience is advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Visual creativity and design aptitude is a plus.