Business Development Executive

About us

We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.

About the role

We have an opportunity to join the team as a Business Development Executive. This role will work closely with clients and our legal teams in developing, implementing and driving marketing and business development plans and initiatives across NSW State and Local Government, as well as the Construction & Projects, Real Estate and Public law practice groups. Furthermore this role will focus on seeking opportunities to enhance our relationship with our clients by taking a creative approach to client service, bid processes and innovation in business development. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support and deliver business development initiatives across NSW Government and aligned sector practices
• Develop and implement marketing campaigns, thought leadership, events and webinars
• Lead pursuits and tenders, including preparation of tenders and capability statements
• Conduct client research and market analysis to support opportunity development
• Support client feedback programs, service reviews and key client plans
• Draft, capture and refine content in the firm’s bid system and playbooks
• Lead directory and awards submissions and maintain tender and submission registers
• Identify new client opportunities, emerging service areas and growth initiatives
• Contribute to broader business development and marketing projects as required

About You

In order to be successful in this role you will have the following skills and experience:

• 3+ years’ experience working in a similar role within a corporate or professional services environment
• Experience in co-ordinating marketing and communications activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills alongside strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Be an effective team-player, a can-do attitude and great interpersonal skills

Why join Maddocks?

Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience:

A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.

Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.

Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.

Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.

Wellbeing & Benefits: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.

Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.  

To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time. 

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