Marketing & Business Development Officer
(Maternity Cover)
We are seeking a full-time Marketing & Business
Development Officer to join our expanding Marketing Team on a 12-month
fixed-term maternity cover contract, due to commence in July 2026.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and multi-skilled
Marketing & Business Development professional to join our firm. This is an
exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing our
marketing strategies while driving business growth during a key period for the
team.
This is a varied and autonomous role offering
exposure across marketing and business development activity, with the
opportunity to take ownership of a broad range of projects and make a
meaningful impact on the firm’s profile and growth. The successful candidate
will be expected to work independently and proactively manage competing
priorities across a broad range of marketing and business development activity.
You will work closely with the Partner responsible
for Marketing to enhance our market presence, build relationships, and increase
client engagement.
We would
like the ideal candidate to have:
- Proven experience in marketing and business development, preferably
within the legal or professional services sector.
- Strong knowledge of digital marketing strategies and platforms.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with
experience in content creation and copywriting.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Creative thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to
adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and identifying new
business opportunities.
Key
Responsibilities:
Marketing Strategy & Execution:
Develop and implement effective marketing campaigns across multiple channels
(digital, social media, print) to enhance the firm’s visibility and promote key
services.
Business Development:
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, nurture existing client
relationships, and help drive revenue growth. Coordinate legal directory
submissions, including Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, to raise the
profile of the firm, partners, and practice areas.
Content Creation:
Manage the production of high-quality, engaging content for marketing
materials, newsletters, client communications, website and social media
platforms. Work closely with fee earners to source and develop content across
departments.
Brand Management:
Ensure the firm’s brand is consistently represented across all platforms and
communications, ensuring consistency of tone and messaging.
Market Research:
Analyse market trends, client needs, and competitor activities to provide
actionable insights that inform business development and marketing strategies.
Event Management:
Organise and coordinate firm events, sponsorship opportunities, networking
events, awards ceremonies, and law fairs, ensuring effective promotion and
execution.
Client Relationship Management:
Support the development of strategies to enhance client loyalty and retention, including
assisting with client feedback and reputation management.
Reporting:
Track, measure, and report on the performance of marketing campaigns and
business development activities to demonstrate return on investment and inform
future strategies.
Working with
us:
We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and
Chambers & Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal
fields.
The salary for this position is dependent on
experience.
We will offer ongoing training and support to
develop your career as part of a strong and growing multi-office team.
Our offices are friendly, working entirely
paperless with recent significant investment in modern IT to enable you to work
proficiently.
We offer a great package of annual leave to ensure
you get enough time away from work. Our annual leave for this role provides 23
days (plus bank holidays / Christmas and New Year). We review annual leave and
increase with service.
Employee
Benefits with GTS:
- Competitive base salary
- Additional birthday leave
- Pension scheme with employer contribution
- Benenden Health Care
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Firm laptop
- Ongoing training and development
- Hybrid working arrangement opportunities
- Supportive supervision from mentors
- Bi-annual parties
- Competitive training packages
How to
Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to our
dedicated HR team via email at: recruitment@gtstewart.co.uk
