Business Developer

Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are the world's largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight. We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Bilingual Business Developer to strengthen our firm’s strategic market position and expand our client portfolio. Working under the supervision of the Director of Operations and External Relations and in close coordination with our lawyers, the Business Developer will design and implement business strategies that align with our legal service offerings and market needs. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment and is fluent in both French and English.

ResponsibilitiesClient Portfolio Development and Management • Identify new business prospects and convert leads into long-term clients • Build, manage, and retain strong relationships with existing clients • Conduct client follow-ups to ensure satisfaction and identify new needs • Create and manage a client relationship tracking system

Market Analysis and Commercial Strategy • Conduct local and international market research to identify new business opportunities • Analyze trends, competitor positioning, and sector developments • Develop and propose commercial action plans aligned with firm priorities • Work with lawyers to align business strategy with areas of legal expertise

Commercial Presentations and Proposals • Draft and present tailored proposals based on identified client needs • Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations in both French and English, for internal and external audiences • Coordinate input from legal and operations teams to prepare comprehensive client-facing materials • Support proposal development for tenders, RFPs, and panel submissions