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Job ID : 1526681 Date Updated : March 14th, 2025
BD & Marketing Specialist - Law firm

Business Development & Marketing Specialist - Global law firm

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 6.5 million yen ~ 10 million yen

Job Description

This role supports the Tokyo BD and marketing team in developing and executing business plans, focusing on energy transition initiatives and strengthening client relationships with both Japanese and international clients. Key responsibilities include managing client engagement activities, preparing pitch materials, analyzing data, overseeing directory submissions, and ensuring efficient BD infrastructure and media engagement.

Client Details

Our client is a global law firm with a strong presence in key markets, offering a mix of local expertise and cross-border integration. Established in Tokyo more than 40 years ago, it has grown into one of Japan's largest firms, with a diverse team of local and internationally qualified lawyers providing full-service legal support across various sectors, including corporate law, M&A, financial transactions, projects, energy, antitrust, intellectual property, and real estate.

Description

  • Support the Tokyo BD & marketing team in developing business plans and initiatives, with a focus on the energy transition and client relationship development.
  • Lead client engagement activities, including seminars, conferences, events, and thought leadership, while managing pitch materials and directory submissions.
  • Collaborate with partners and the Senior BD & Marketing Manager to enhance media engagement, maintain BD infrastructure, and analyze pitch feedback to refine strategies.

Job Offer

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Flextime system and remote work availability.
  • Opportunity for career growth.
  • Work for one of the largest law firm in the world.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jamel Akalay on +81 3 6832 8935.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 3 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Native
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status No permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • 5+ years of business development/communications experience, preferably in a global law firm, with fluent-level Japanese and high proficiency in business English.
  • Strong stakeholder management, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to influence partners and manage multiple projects under pressure.
  • Creative, commercially minded, and able to foster cross-practice initiatives, with experience in Asian markets and a proactive attitude towards learning and growth.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 6.5 million yen ~ 10 million yen
Industry Legal

Job Category

  • Marketing and Product Development > Sales Promotion, Marketing Planning
  • Marketing and Product Development > Web, Digital Marketing
  • Marketing and Product Development > Marketing Research, Analysis

Company Details

Company Type Large Company (more than 300 employees) - International Company