Events & business development manager

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working) Salary: £50-60k + Bonus + Benefits About Us: The firm is one of the leading commercial law firms in the UK, renowned for delivering exceptional legal services across various sectors, but is the leading provider of legal services within the Healthcare sector.

With a commitment to excellence and innovation, the firm prides itself on providing comprehensive solutions to clients, ensuring their success in an ever-evolving business landscape.

Role Overview: The firm is seeking a dynamic and strategic Events & Business Development Manager to join the team, focusing on the Healthcare sector.

This role presents a unique opportunity to spearhead business growth initiatives within one of the most critical and rapidly evolving industries in the UK.

As a key member of the Business Development team, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying, cultivating, and securing opportunities for the full-service law firm within the healthcare domain.

We need someone that is confident, strategic and wants to understand the market place (there is a lot of internal support).

Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement comprehensive event strategies aligned with the firm's objectives and the needs of the Healthcare industry.

Plan and coordinate various types of events, including seminars, conferences, webinars, networking events, and client entertainment activities.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of events, including venue selection, catering, audiovisual requirements, and promotional materials.

Manage event budgets effectively, ensuring cost efficiency and adherence to financial guidelines.

Oversee event logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodation, and on-site coordination.

Coordinate with marketing and communications teams to promote events through various channels and maximize attendance.

Conduct post-event evaluations to assess the success of events and identify areas for improvement.

Overseeing relevant legal directory and award submissions.

Managing the BD budgets for the sectors, ensuring maximum ROI from all activities.

Providing sector updates through internal comms channels and regular Board reports.

Collaborating with the wider BD & Marketing team to share best practice and develop cross-sector legal solutions and campaigns.

Utilizing CRM systems - Peppermint CRM and Introhive - to support BD, marketing, and client development activity.

Developing relationships with key clients, prospects, intermediaries, industry groups, journalists, etc., and using these to support and enhance BD and marketing activities.

Requirements: Extensive Event Planning and Associated Comms experience Health and care sector experience would be advantageous.

Proven track record of developing an organization's profile and reputation through marketing events, communications, and campaigns.

Experience of identifying, generating, and supporting the conversion of new business opportunities.

Confident team player able to forge effective working relationships.

Highly motivated, self-driven, results-oriented.

Strong written and verbal communication skills - able to communicate clearly, concisely & credibly.

Highly commercial - able to understand clients, the markets in which they operate, and the challenges and opportunities they face.

Very organized, with the ability to multi-task and deliver to deadlines.

Experience using the Microsoft Office suite, CRM systems, and financial software/reports.

Degree or equivalent professional work experience.

If you are a driven and strategic individual passionate about making an impact in the Healthcare sector, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of our firm's success.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

We look forward to hearing from you!