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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Client Relations & Business Development Specialist

Vancouver, BC, Canada

The anticipated salary for this position is $75,000 - $90,000. · Full-time

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Pay: The anticipated salary for this position is $75,000 - $90,000.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 6, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Client Relations & Business Development (BD) Specialist to join the Client Relations & Marketing department in the Vancouver office.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Client Relations and Business Development, the Client Relations & BD Specialist works with members of the Vancouver office and assigned national practice and industry groups to acquire new clients and expand current client relationships in order to drive revenue. This position will assist with the development of short- and long-term business development plans and strategies and inspire lawyers to focus on business development initiatives.

Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Work and Project Management – Contributing to the development of work and project plans and delivering on owned accountabilities
Directory and Award Submissions – Participating in table-setting conversations with assigned groups and preparing draft submissions for review and approval by the manager/director and accountable partners
Events – Working in partnership with the Events team to ensure the successful preparation and delivery of events and provide onsite/logistical support
Client Programming – Assisting with the development and execution of educational programming, such as seminars/webinars, tailored CPD sessions and Women@Blakes programming
Sponsorships – Assisting in planning, monitoring and executing sponsorships and industry association events
New Business RFPs and Pitches – Drafting information packages and other client-pitch and proposal materials for routine work for assigned groups; supporting the development of more complex RFPs in partnership with the Senior BD Manager and Proposals team
Business Development Budget – Assisting with creating and monitoring annual BD expense reports and budget
Business Planning – Working in collaboration with the relevant BD Director or Manager(s) to prepare agendas and all required materials for practice, industry group and client team meetings; taking the lead in initiating, framing and facilitating the delivery of business planning for assigned practice groups
Business Evaluation – Assessing marketing investments/expenditures to optimize value and impact; drafting business cases that assess options and provide recommendations, as required
Marketing Materials – Working with the Marketing Communications team to develop and deliver updates or new digital and printed collateral, and provide ongoing review and revision, of both existing and new materials
Research – Sourcing and providing summary analyses from multiple in-house and external sources to support planning and initiatives for assigned groups

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in business/marketing or equivalent is required
Minimum of three to five years of BD/marketing experience or similar role
Experience in the professional services industry is an asset

Skills/Abilities:

Business Acumen – Understands the economic model and the operational flow and content of work in the Firm, and considers implications for the Firm’s business and assigned groups
Customer-Service Orientation – Courteous, responsive and delivers with a sense of urgency
Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written proficiency, and the ability to develop presentations
Coaching/Mentoring – Coaches others on work deliverables and is a mentor to junior members of the team
Interpersonal Skills – Strong interpersonal skills, supported by a foundation of patience, tact and confidence
Adaptability – Ability to adapt to multiple areas of law, practice areas and industries
Creative Thinking – Ability to share and embrace new ideas and consider creative solutions to challenges or barriers
Collaboration – Demonstrates collaboration through actively learning from peers and employing best practices to improve consistency and effectiveness of BD delivery
Judgement – Identifies and raises red flags when an external or internal change or event could impact assigned groups
Technology – Strong proficiency with technology, and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies as required

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your application along with a cover letter and résumé directly to Zoe Brookes, HR Manager, at zoe.brookes@blakes.com.

Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position is $75,000 - $90,000. Salary levels will be determined commensurate with internal and market equity and experience.

Other Relevant Application Information

Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening, and evaluating applications.

Who We Are

At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

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Responsibilities

Support business development and client relationship initiatives for Vancouver-based lawyers and assigned national practice and industry groups, helping acquire new clients and grow existing relationships. Coordinate business planning, proposals, events, client programming, sponsorships, marketing materials, budgets, and research to support revenue growth.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or diploma in business or marketing, or equivalent, is required, along with three to five years of business development, marketing, or similar experience. Professional services experience is an asset; candidates should bring strong communication, business acumen, interpersonal, collaboration, adaptability, and technology skills.

Skills

Business Development
Marketing
Business Planning
Project Management
Proposal Development
Research and Analysis
Budget Monitoring
Event Planning
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Presentation Development
Coaching and Mentoring
Interpersonal Skills
Adaptability
Collaboration

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Hiring contact

Zoe Brookes

Hiring contact email

zoe.brookes@blakes.com

Keywords

Business Development
Client Relations
Marketing
Professional Services
Law Firm
Business Planning
Project Management
Directory Submissions
Award Submissions
Events
Client Programming
Continuing Professional Development
Sponsorships
Request for Proposals
Client Pitches
Budget Monitoring
Business Evaluation
Marketing Materials
Research
Practice Groups
Industry Groups
Revenue Growth
Digital Collateral
Printed Collateral
Seminars
Webinars

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