Business Development Apprentice

Act as a guardian for the core processes across the team. This could include anything from our ‘Joiner, Mover, Leaver’ process, to looking after the client enquiries inbox, to assisting with our invoices and team budgets.

Assist with our pitching and collateral process by making sure we have an up-to-date and accurate log of our deals. Support the Business and Client Development teams in delivering departmental plans. Perform thorough research for different groups and individuals across the firm, whether on particular clients or performing competitor research. Support the Events team in the creation and running of internal, external and hybrid events. Assist in the awards and directory submission process, from drafting copy to liaising with colleagues in order to facilitate its progress. Hold editorial control of our internal newsletter. Following training of our e-marketing platform, you will look after creating and publishing the newsletter Support the Digital team with producing and reviewing both website and social media content. Advocate for AI in the firm and learn how technology can play a role to support our business development efforts.

Training:

Forsters will support you with on-the job training in a full time position with us. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm (flexibility required, overtime available when working at events). Within your 18 month training programme, you will also spend a minimum of 6 hours per week undertaking online learning provided by Cambridge Marketing College. This involves online study materials combined with monthly one-to-one online tutorials, webinars and peer interaction.

As study is provided online, you may choose your study location - this will likely be your home address although you will always have access to our office. Study days/hours can be discussed.

Training Outcome:
You’ll finish your apprenticeship with experience across all key disciplines on which to springboard your career. We're also committed to supporting your skills development in a full time position with us. 

Employer Description:
We’re Forsters, a leading law firm renowned for our private wealth and real estate focus. Together with our strong corporate & commercial and dispute resolution teams, we work alongside individuals, families and businesses across a wide range of complex matters and situations.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, study day/hours to be discussed. Normal working hours are 9:30am - 5:30pm (flexibility required, overtime available when working at events).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Motivated,Resilient,Proactive