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Zainab Sheth

Preston,Lancashire

Summary

I am an experienced Marketing and Business Development professional with a strong background in professional services and legal environments. Skilled in delivering integrated campaigns, thought leadership initiatives and client engagement programmes that support business growth and strengthen brand profile. Comfortable working closely with senior stakeholders to develop and implement marketing and communications plans that help win new work and deepen client relationships. Experienced in account-based marketing, market analysis and managing campaigns across multiple channels, with a practical, organised and commercially focused approach.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Business Development Executive

Addleshaw Goddard
Manchester, Merseyside
10.2025 - Current
  • Directed the production and delivery of bids and tenders, taking full ownership of response drafts, managing PQQ-type documents, and supporting major panel tenders.
  • Acted as a trusted BD advisor, building strong relationships with partners and key stakeholders across the RE Group to support individual client meetings and pitch document creation.
  • Created, managed, and optimised marketing collateral, content, and multi-channel campaigns.
  • Led the creation of case studies, credentials, and testimonials. Collaborated with the design and digital team to produce capability statements and client-facing materials aligned with brand identity.
  • Championed the use of technology platforms, optimising the central CRM (InterAction) and credentials repository (Foundation) to support BD activities and secure business opportunities.
  • Partnered with the Business Development Manager (BDM) to develop, implement, and review targeted BD plans for practice groups, tracking opportunities from large campaigns, included extensive experience partnering with senior stakeholders to execute strategic marketing and communications plans, elevating service line profiles and supporting successful mandate acquisition.
  • Maintained and updated Real Estate Group webpages, ensured the BD Hub remained searchable and up-to-date, and tracked developments across key service lines.
  • Collaborated with the BDM and Internal Communications team to draft internal communications regarding campaigns, initiatives, and upcoming events. Handled ongoing day-to-day (BAU) business development tasks.

Marketing Business Partner

Napthens LLP
Preston, Lancashire
10.2024 - 10.2025
  • Collaborated closely with the Director of Business Development and Marketing to effectively execute the firm-wide business development and marketing strategy.
  • Aligned business development efforts with the goals of the Napthens Group across the various businesses.
  • Formulated and executed comprehensive business development and marketing plans for Corporate, Residential Client and Commercial departments which included delineating strategic objectives, competitor analysis, introduction of new services, and actionable steps.
  • Directed end-to-end project lifecycle for marketing initiatives and client-focused campaigns, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
  • Collaborated closely with senior partners and business leaders to identify key growth opportunities, leveraging market analysis and competitive insights to inform strategy.
  • Managed a team of marketing professionals, overseeing all aspects of campaign execution, budget management, and resource allocation to ensure project success.
  • Collaborated with the wider team to develop compelling proposals, RFP responses and tailored collateral for major client wins and panel opportunities.
  • Designed integrated campaigns including, content, social media, events, email and thought leadership pieces.
  • Managed the firm’s online presence, leveraging effective digital marketing strategies to drive engagement and generate leads.
  • Worked cross-functionally to ensure brand consistency and embed marketing awareness throughout fee-earners and internal stakeholders via workshops and guidance sessions.
  • Developed a client insight framework that informed new service offerings and shaped targeted campaigns across commercial, corporate and private client teams.
  • Spearheaded departmental initiatives to drive the firm’s growth and enhance market presence.
  • Directed digital marketing efforts, optimising SEO and PPC campaigns to enhance online visibility and engagement.
  • Successfully coordinated and managed client and industry events, including seminars, conferences, and networking sessions for stakeholders across the Napthens Group.
  • Worked alongside the PR team to boost the firm's presence in both legal and regional press.

Business Development Manager

Napthens LLP
Preston, Lancashire
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Lead on the development and implementation of business development plans, maintaining market/competition awareness, and executing strategies to increase market share levels.
  • Co-ordinated closely with partners within the Corporate, Real Estate, Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Departments to create objectives, perform competitor analysis and drive the introduction of new products and services.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to ensure cohesive and effective marketing efforts.
  • Implemented a new target sales pipeline for each department to maximise revenues in line with targets/KPIs.
  • Liaised closely with the leadership team to ensure progress levels align with the overall corporate strategy.
  • Created impactful capability documents, pitch documents and bids / proposals to expand the firm's client portfolio.
  • Developed a firm-wide content calendar aligned with legal and business trends, enhancing thought leadership positioning.
  • Co-ordinated events, seminars, and conferences to enhance the firms brand visibility and foster valuable connections.
  • Managed multiple marketing projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
  • Managed the firm's online presence and leveraging digital marketing strategies to drive engagement and generate leads.
  • Strategically devised and executed digital marketing campaigns tailored to the specific needs and objectives

of the Napthens Group.

  • Generated high-quality leads through targeted digital marketing initiatives, effectively driving business growth

and client acquisition for the firm’s various departments.

  • Monitored competitors’ activities, implementing counteractions and executing plans to foster key account

growth.

  • Organised and led client events, fostering meaningful connections and enhancing the firm's reputation in the

industry.

  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with key stakeholders and industry partners to identify and capitalise

on new opportunities.

Business Development Executive

Hatton's Solicitors
Lancaster, Lancashire
02.2021 - 08.2023

Legal Assistant

Hatton's Solicitors
Lancaster, Lancashire
08.2020 - 02.2021

Education

Bachelor of Law - (LLB)

University of Liverpool
Liverpool
09/2015 - 08/2018

Skills

  • Proven experience in Business Development and Marketing roles, with a focus on PR & communications, events and BD strategy
  • First rate commercial awareness with the capability to gain knowledge and understanding of new sectors and products
  • Expertise in managing creative projects from conception to completion, aligning with client briefs and business goals
  • Able to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, and able to push back and challenge where appropriate
  • Directing sales engagements from initial prospecting stages through to negotiating and securing deals effectively with key decision makers up to senior levels
  • Leading full end-to-end sales lifecycles in close collaboration with internal teams, departments, and functions
  • Managing existing account portfolios, holding meetings, and performing regular reviews to improve service delivery
  • Monitoring competitor / customer trends and taking actions to seek new business opportunities and drive growth
  • Excellent written communication skills, ensuring clarity, engagement and accuracy across all external and internal messaging
  • Proficiency in the use of software / applications including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Co-Pilot, InterAction, IManage

Skills

  • Business Development Strategy
  • Account-Based Marketing (ABM)
  • Client Engagement & Retention
  • Integrated Campaign Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Strategic Communications
  • Market & Competitor Analysis
  • Event Management
  • Marketing Analytics & Reporting
  • Multi-Channel Marketing
  • Proposal & Pitch Creation/Support
  • Team Leadership & Development

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Business Development Executive

Addleshaw Goddard
10.2025 - Current

Marketing Business Partner

Napthens LLP
10.2024 - 10.2025

Business Development Manager

Napthens LLP
08.2023 - 10.2024

Business Development Executive

Hatton's Solicitors
02.2021 - 08.2023

Legal Assistant

Hatton's Solicitors
08.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Law - (LLB)

University of Liverpool
09/2015 - 08/2018
Zainab Sheth