Business Development Manager (80-100%)

About the role

Schellenberg Wittmer is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join its integrated Business Development, Marketing, and Communications team. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you will act as a strategic advisor to practice groups and partners, driving revenue growth and client acquisition across Geneva, Zurich, and Singapore.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, execute and monitor annual business development and client acquisition plans aligned with firm‑wide growth objectives for two main practice groups.
• Lead end‑to‑end preparation of strategic pitches, RFPs and client presentations, defining value propositions and market differentiators.
• Identify cross‑selling opportunities, support partner‑led targeting campaigns and use CRM and market intelligence to track pipeline health and conversion metrics.
• Manage legal directory submissions (e.g., Chambers, Legal 500) and prepare partners for interviews.
• Evaluate, negotiate and execute sponsorships, industry memberships and client events to maximise brand visibility and ROI.

Required profile

• University degree in business administration, marketing, communications, law or a related discipline.
• 5‑7 years of progressive business development experience in a commercial law firm, professional services firm or international organisation.
• Strong commercial acumen and the credibility to influence senior partners.
• Native or fully bilingual English proficiency; professional working proficiency in French or German required, trilingual fluency a strong asset.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in CRM systems.
• Advanced proficiency in presentation software.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools.

What we offer

• Modern working environment with comprehensive social security and attractive pension scheme.
• Team spirit, collegial atmosphere and a future‑oriented employer with international focus.