Business Development Manager [Bilingual]

Job description / Role

The Opportunity:

Representing a premier US-based international law firm, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Bilingual Marketing & Business Development (MBD) Manager to join their high-performing team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially-minded professional to play a strategic role in the firm’s continued growth across the Middle East.

Reporting directly to the Head of Marketing & BD – Middle East, you will be instrumental in driving client development initiatives, strengthening the firm's market position, and executing innovative marketing strategies in alignment with global standards. While this role has no direct reports, it holds high visibility and influence across senior legal stakeholders and international teams.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and implement strategic BD initiatives with Partners and senior lawyers
• Drive key client programs and foster cross-selling opportunities
• Promote best-practice tools including Qorus and Experience Hub
• Collaborate on innovative product marketing campaigns
• Analyze campaign results and ROI using internal systems
• Partner with Knowledge and Digital teams to produce thought leadership and expert content
• Support PR efforts, media engagement, and legal directory submissions
• Deliver high-impact events, seminars, and webinars
• Provide strategic input on pitch development and post-pitch analysis
• Conduct sector research and competitor intelligence
• Build profile through professional associations and industry platforms

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; relevant postgraduate qualifications a plus
• Proven experience in a professional services or legal environment in the Middle East
• Bilingual fluency (Arabic and English) with strong consultative communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with digital marketing, CRM platforms, and analytics tools
• Adept at working in fast-paced, partner-led environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• High standards of internal client service and cultural awareness

Why Join?

Be part of a global MBD function with reach across Europe, Africa, and Asia Pacific – collaborating on high-impact initiatives while enjoying the support of an inclusive, international culture.

Competitive salary and benefits, including relocation assistance if relevant

This role offers real scope to make a measurable difference in one of the region’s most respected legal teams.

Salary:
SAR 40,000 to 55,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Barratt Galvin is an Australian based business providing recruitment solutions from a global perspective. Drawing on our networks throughout Australia, the Middle East and the UK we are able to utilise our extensive experience recruiting locally within each region as well as facilitating international moves when the need arises.

Our experience spans small boutiques right through to mid to top tier and global firms, as well as in-house legal departments and not for profit organisations. We recruit across a broad range of roles including:

Lawyer Paralegal Legal Secretary EA/PA HR Administration/Office Support

Please note, applicants are advised only to apply to Barratt Galvins job opportunities through the GulfTalent portal. All direct applications will be deleted.