Business Development and Strategy Apprentice

The Business Development and Strategy apprentice will support the Global BD and Strategy team within the Marketing and Business Development (M&BD) Department. The role will be closely involved in aspects of the operations of firm-wide central projects.

Duties will include:

Conduct desktop research using online searches, company websites, annual reports and proprietary research tools Support team projects with competitor, legal, and market research for client and firm-specific research projects Summarise research from various sources for client targeting and business development Monitor news for client-impacting events and industry trends that create business opportunities Compile financial reports and analyse data for the M&BD team and firm management Support the production of quarterly financial presentations for regional, practice, and sector teams Assist in the M&BD budgeting process, developing an understanding of how the budget is allocated across office and practice areas

Training:
Training will be with Swarm Training, a national apprenticeship provider in the UK The successful candidate will work towards a Level 4 Market Research qualification, which takes 12-18 months to complete The apprentice must complete a minimum of 6 hours per week during working hours, with monthly training sessions conducted by a tutor with tasks assigned to be completed during those hours

Training Outcome:
After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to apply for a permanent role

Employer Description:
Hogan Lovells is a leading global law firm known for its extensive practice areas and deep industry expertise. Hogan Lovells provides legal services across a wide range of practice areas, including corporate and finance, litigation, global regulatory and intellectual property matters. Formed through the combination of two top international law firms, it operates over 40 offices worldwide, offering business-oriented legal advice. In the UK, Hogan Lovells has offices in Birmingham and London. The Birmingham office opened in 2015 and has several practice areas including Corporate/Commercial, Disputes, Finance and Real Estate, as well as their Legal Delivery Centre and Business Team departments.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm. Hogan Lovells provides an opportunity for hybrid working arrangements, allowing employees to work three days a week in the office and two days from home.

Skills:
Communication skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Resourceful and resilient,Enquiring mind,Eagerness to learn,Works well under pressure,Numeracy skills,Positive attitude towards work