Why join us?:
Join DWF at an exciting stage of growth and play a key role in raising our profile, strengthening client relationships, and driving business development across our Commercial Services and Insurance Services teams. Based in our Belfast office, you'll support marketing and business development activity across both Belfast and Dublin, working closely with senior stakeholders, Partners, and specialist teams to deliver initiatives that support business growth. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership, influence strategy, and develop your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
Responsibilities:
As a Marketing and Business Development Manager, you will partner with senior stakeholders to support the growth of practice areas across our Belfast and Dublin offices. Acting as the lead for assigned practice areas, you'll work closely with Partners, client teams, and colleagues across the wider business to develop and deliver targeted marketing and business development initiatives that strengthen client relationships and generate new opportunities.
You'll take ownership of a wide range of projects, with a strong focus on event management, campaign delivery, and profile-raising activities across both locations. Operating within a matrix environment, you'll bring together expertise from across the Marketing and Business Development function to deliver high-quality, commercially focused outcomes while building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What will help you succeed in this role? :
Essential
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Proven experience developing and delivering business development strategies.
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Strong background in B2B marketing, including multi-channel campaign delivery.
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Demonstrated success in creating campaigns that deliver measurable commercial value.
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Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
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Proven project management experience with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities.
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Experience working within a professional services environment, supported by strong commercial awareness.
Desirable
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Experience supporting Commercial Services, Insurance Services, or related practice areas.
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Previous experience working within an international or multi-jurisdictional organisation.
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Experience planning and delivering client events and profile-raising initiatives.
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Creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.
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Strong understanding of client relationship management and growth strategies.
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Professional marketing or business development qualification.
What we offer?:
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.
About us:
DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
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