The Business Development team at Fieldfisher plays a critical role in driving the company's growth and strategic initiatives. The team is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and supporting the firm's market positioning. They conduct in-depth market research to understand industry trends and client needs, develop tailored proposals, and collaborate with various departments to deliver innovative solutions. By fostering strong networks and leveraging business intelligence, the Business Development team ensures Fieldfisher remains competitive and continues to expand its client base and service offerings.
This apprenticeship would suit somebody who..
This apprenticeship would suit somebody who is highly motivated, enthusiastic, and keen to develop their skills in a dynamic business environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a natural curiosity to understand industry trends and client needs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role involves building and maintaining client relationships. A proactive, adaptable individual who can thrive in a fast-paced setting and contribute innovative ideas would be a great fit for the Business Development team at Fieldfisher. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and personal development, showing flexibility and a collaborative spirit to support various strategic initiatives of the firm.
As a Business Development Apprentice, you will….
As a Business Development Apprentice, you will:
- Support the Business Development team in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
- Assist in conducting market research and analysis to understand industry trends and client needs.
- Help develop tailored proposals, placemats and presentations for potential clients.
- Collaborate with various departments to deliver innovative solutions for clients.
- Assist in updating the client relationship management (CRM) system.
- Contribute to the preparation of reports and marketing materials for all areas of BD including Events and Bids.
- Support the Events team in planning and executing firm-wide events
- Help create event invitations using Vuture working with BD & Partners
- Support CRM, BDMs, and partners to create and manage mailing lists for events
- Collate and evaluate post-event feedback for the events team
- Continuously develop your skills and knowledge through training and on-the-job learning.
Candidates should have:
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English, IT and Maths grades 9-6 (A-C)
- The ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Curiosity and flexibility
- An eagerness to learn
- Drive and determination for a career in professional services
- Problem solving skills
- A 'can do' attitude
What can we offer you?
As part of The ACE Programme, the work you do will depend on the role you choose. However, regardless of which team you work in, as an ACE Apprentice, you will receive:
- Career Development: The opportunity to work on exciting projects and real-life work whilst developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours.
- Supportive Environment: Fieldfisher is an environment that will support, challenge, and prepare you for a successful career.
- Impactful Culture: Join a collaborative and inclusive culture where all contributions are significant.
- Structured Programme: You'll complete a thorough induction with the 2025 cohort of ACE Apprentices and will receive bespoke training and development with our IT and People Development teams.
- Inspiring Mentorship: Work with leaders and a buddy who will guide, nurture, and inspire your achievements.
- Community Engagement: Participate in clubs and networks, firm-funded activities and events with charity partners.
- Earn While You Learn: You'll complete a nationally recognised qualification with the firm's chosen provider, complementing the practical work experience you'll gain whilst with Fieldfisher.
Recruitment process (Dates subject to change)
We operate a strength-based recruitment process which will allow you to be authentic and demonstrate your skillset. Our recruitment process is rigorous, yet fair and we recruit on a rolling basis, so we encourage an early application if possible.
We won't assess your A-level/BTEC grades, but we would expect candidates to have completed their GCSEs in English, IT and Maths. Mitigating circumstances will be taken into consideration and if you don't have the minimum grade requirements, we still encourage you to apply.
Our dedicated recruitment team are on hand to help throughout the entire process. If you have any specific questions or would like any support, before this please contact us at recruitmenthr@fieldfisher.com.
Inclusiveness & Diversity
At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes.
Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact ellie.williamson@fieldfisher.com, who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.
Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas.
Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries.
We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley.
Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.
