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Business Development Lead

Ambition
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2026

We are currently partnering with a leading law firm to hire an experienced US Business Development Lead. This is a strategic, client-facing role supporting the firm's global Energy & Infrastructure Project Finance practice.


Working closely with lawyers and stakeholders across regions, the successful candidate will help drive growth, identify new business opportunities, elevate the group's market profile, and lead a range of business development and marketing initiatives.


Key responsibilities:

  • Support and execute business development and marketing strategies aligned with firm goals.
  • Drive revenue growth through pitches, proposals, market research, and opportunity identification.
  • Lead client development initiatives and strengthen relationships across key accounts.
  • Coordinate events, thought leadership campaigns, sponsorships, and directory and award submissions.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to identify growth opportunities.
  • Partner with global BD teams and lawyers to deliver strategic projects and initiatives.


This opportunity would suit an experienced business development professional with a background in Energy, Infrastructure, or Project Finance, who is excited by the prospect of working within a global platform and leading a US-based team.


Please reach out if you have experience in these sectors and want to hear more!

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