Marketing & Business Development Executive

GFL Environmental Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services firm in Bristol seeks a professional to develop expertise in the TMT sector. The role involves managing client relationships, conducting market research, and collaborating with the M&BD hub team. Ideal candidates have strong communication and organizational skills, with experience in professional services a definite advantage. The firm offers a competitive package and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive package

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Social and sports committees

Diversity networks

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a distinct advantage.
• Marketing/business development experience is a distinct advantage.
• High degree of poise and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Develop sector industry expertise and share knowledge within the M&BD team.
• Assist the TMT sector lead to manage and develop clients.
• Conduct market and client research, keeping up to date with sector changes.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Education

Professional marketing qualification

Job description

**Develop sector industry expertise and share knowledge** within the M&BD team about the work of the TMT sector: the individual in this role must develop a high level of knowledge about the products and services offered by our TMT sector and demonstrate an avid interest in developing sector industry knowledge. There is a requirement to spend a significant amount of time reading sector specific industry news, learning about our capabilities and obtaining an overview of the legal and regulatory developments in the TMT sector with a view to understanding the issues impacting clients in the sector.**Clients:** Developing a broad understanding of the sector’s client base and their role in the key client programme. Assist the TMT sector lead to manage and develop any clients they are responsible for.**Engagement with the M&BD hub team:** primary responsibility for briefing the M&BD hub on commoditised, repeatable M&BD tasks. Acts as the conduit between the fee earners and the M&BD hub. Performs a quality assurance role for products developed by the M&BD hub and provides regular feedback to improve hub processes.**Market knowledge:** Undertaking market and client research, including keeping up to date with the relevant changes affecting the sector.* Strong written and oral communication skills.* Strong Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills.* Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a distinct advantage.* Professional marketing qualification is desirable.* Marketing/business development experience is a distinct advantage.* Builds trust amongst fee earning team and wider stakeholder community.* Understands the need to, and has the ability to, manage expectations.* Strong organisational skills.* Excellent attention to detail and a focus on quality.* Understands when to act and when to ask.* Possess a high degree of poise and professionalism.* Adopts a flexible and versatile approach to work and enjoys working with a team with different needs, styles and requirements.* We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution.* Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences).* We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.* We are proud to rank as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.* We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers.* We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.* All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists.* We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm.* Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families.* Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require.* Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs.* We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview**.**Every day, our expert teams across Europe, the Middle East and Asia come together to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges. We’re an international melting pot of perspectives and experiences, united in helping to shape a better future for our clients, our people and our communities. A place for ideas, skills, ambition and innovation. For personal growth and professional challenge. For powering success through trust, respect, integrity and an unwavering commitment to quality.