Job Description: Business Development/Marketing Manager required for leading professional services organisation. This is a new role within an existing team and will play a key role in the development of groups and sectors, with particular emphasis on driving business development and marketing activity. Responsibilities will include:- • Work with key fee earners to provide a focus for their marketing and business development efforts • Work with Practice Group / Sector leaders in the development of strategic marketing plans - as well as assuming budgetary responsibility • Prepare, develop and implement practice group / sector marketing and business development plans • Assume responsibility for measuring and monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of marketing and business development activities undertaken by practice groups / sectors • Seek to raise external profile / internal awareness of identified practice areas / sectors • Participate in key account management activity to include development / implementation of specific key account / client relationship management initiatives • Create opportunities to develop profitable relationships with new and existing clients • Project manage specific initiatives • Assist with the implementation of strategic initiatives / projects The type of person required:- • A self-starter and motivated to work to tight deadlines and deliver to a high standard • Exceptional organisational skills, tenacity and attention to detail • Have a professional manner and approach with excellent persuasion and influencing techniques • An effective problem solver, strong analytical skills and planning skills • Building relationships & Influencing people • Previous experience of working in a professional services environment • Commercially aware and financially literate This position could be based in Plymouth or Exeter and will involve travel. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly progressive business.

Job Description: Are you an experienced Legal Secretary? If so, my client is looking for someone to assist them with a period of temporary cover. Candidates must have excellent typing speeds, first class communication skills and a good understanding of the legal sector, especially family law.