Business Development Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our ambition is to help you achieve your goals.

Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why many are incredibly longstanding. And we enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 100 years.

We are where you need us to be. We are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. Our international footprint is extensive and committed.

We are at our best tackling complexity and navigating change. We work alongside you on demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas.

We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, ESG, infrastructure and resources. And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world, including technology and digitalisation.

All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours.

Your goals. Our ambition.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Business Development Executive who will play a key role in marketing and BD activities primarily for the corporate group in Hong Kong. They will work closely with the Business Development Manager, Hong Kong to coordinate and advise on all BD related tasks, including pitches and proposals, client communications, events and roadshows, research, directory submissions, and promoting the firm.

The successful candidate will need to be a strong team player with superb communication skills across all levels, from senior partners to junior members. A degree of commercial acumen and an interest in deepening an understanding about the business areas in which our lawyers primarily operate in is also required. They will also need to be able to prioritise multiple responsibilities and deadlines, working effectively with their immediate and extended teams to deliver high-quality products.

The ideal candidate will have :

• Education :  Appropriate undergraduate / postgraduate degree qualification
• Prior experience : At least two years of relevant work experience
• Commercial acumen : Strong appreciation of China business culture and markets; enthusiasm to deepen understanding and contribute to broadening client base
• Pitches and proposals :  Prior experience in preparing pitches, proposals, capability statements or new business documents in Simplified Chinese and English would be an advantage, but not essential
• Language :  Fluent spoken and written English and Chinese
• Systems :  Competency in MS office software and ideally experience in one or more of the following platforms would be an advantage : InterAction, Vuture, Foundation

Team

Business Development

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

Hong Kong

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.