Business Development & Marketing roles in top tier law firm – Sydney or Mel at King and Wood Mallesons

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Marketing, Communication, Project Management, Analytical Skills, Attention to Detail, Client Engagement, Collaboration, Research, Problem Solving, Time Management, Proactive Approach, Relationship Building, Data Driven, Agility, Professionalism

Industry

Law Practice

Description

With a refreshed view of the firm’s strategy for 2026 and beyond, we are thrilled to announce the opening of 2 junior level roles within our Business Development & Marketing team to kick off 2026 These are foundational roles to set you up for success in your Business Development career – With a focus on admin support, while also being the professional front for the team, you will be the pivotal conduit for our business development team, clients and partners Your marcom experience will be valued and proactive approach celebrated - bring your natural curiosity and passion for wanting to learn more about business development and the legal industry Who are we? We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters. We help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform. What’s involved? As a member of the Business Development & Marketing (BD&M) team, approx 65 nationally, these roles focus on supporting the Business Development (BD) team in the development and preparation of marketing materials, tender/bid submissions (as well as maintaining content, tools and templates), as well as client engagement initiatives. Reporting to Senior/Client Relationship Manager, who will offer mentoring and guidance, and working closely with the broader BD team, these exceptional opportunities represent a chance to develop and enhance your career in a broad business development and marketing role with recognised leaders in their field. With 2 opportunities, both needing proactive approaches, exceptional attention to detail and a professionalism that will see you become known as a trusted pair of hand, each has unique points of difference via the sector they support: Supporting the Banking & Finance (B&F) practice group, known for their broad scope of work that offers a holistic approach and view to BD – The variation means you could move from Fintech pitches one day to renewables the next. You need to be agile; have exceptional communication and time mgmt. skills; and bring a commercial approach to connect the dots Supporting the market leading Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) practice group. You will bring an agile and results driven mindset, with expectational attention to detail, strong project management skills and a data driven approach to foster client relationships. Your fresh approach to support BD activities and collaborative approach will see you become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the M&A space. How? These are not entry roles to the workforce however they offer entry into our high performing BD team. They are pivotal as the go to for the team and relied upon to work closely with other members of the Business Development team. Your role will support the implementation of business development activities, including providing assistance with: The development of high-quality documents and materials, including client driven collateral (pitches and tenders, capability statements), directories and award submissions, reports Key client account management and relationship development activities including account planning, opportunity identification, relationship mapping, reporting, maintaining client data and research Assisting the Senior/Client Relationship Manager (S/CRM) to implement plans and initiatives across sectors and geographic markets Client feedback for the practice and supporting the S/CRM to capture and analyse client insights Marketing campaigns and thought leadership initiatives Working collaboratively with the BD team to coordinate and deliver successful client engagement, sponsorships and industry partnerships and conferences Maintaining BD assets, including credentials, web content and deal lists Sharing data driven insights and dashboards to support the development of go to market approaches. Should you apply? These roles need commercially minded, proactive, solution focussed collaborators. These roles offer career pathways within an elite Business Development & Marketing team at Australia’s number 1 law firm. You will need: A few years experience in a marketing role in legal or professional services ideally within a BD & Marketing team; or a legal support role that included exposure to the BD&M team Interest in BD & Marketing and contributing to enhancing the client experience Ability to build trusted relationships and influence key stakeholders Capacity to multi-task and a flexible, proactive attitude Ability to support the production of high-quality written communications, maintaining exceptional attention to detail Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands, and deliver against deadlines Ability to undertake research tasks and apply analytical skills Ability to analyse, problem solve and apply appropriate use of judgment Advanced software skills notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint Sound understanding of client management databases and software (desirable) Please note internally these roles are called Business Development Executives. Next Steps Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience. Applications close COB Wednesday 28th January 2026. If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02) 9296 3563. Why KWM? Recent accolades - 2025: 2025 ‘M&A Legal Firm of the Year’ award – MergerMarket 2025 winner of ‘Australia Firm of the Year’ - International Financial Law Review (IFLR) 2025 winner of GOLD at the Australian Workplace Equality Index awards Winner at the 2025 Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards Asia-Pacific International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) recognised our Chief Innovation Officer as one of the most influential women in legal technology for 2025 KWM was recognised as a top 20 firm (#12), at the Financial Times 2025 Global Summit celebrating 20 years of its Innovative Lawyers program Why work with us? We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact. We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities. As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals. At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead. We are King & Wood Mallesons. We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters. We are focused on our clients and our people and organisations with distinctive ambitions and challenges. Understanding our client’s and our people’s ambitions and their lived experiences matters to us, so we can create a workplace where our people are proud to work and grow. Learn from expert colleagues and clients who are leaders in their field, at the cutting edge of the law. Enhance your leadership capabilities by growing, innovating and helping others do the same. Be part of a firm that strives for mastery in everything we do. If you’re looking for a great place to work where you can realise your full potential, you’ll find a place at KWM.

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Responsibilities

The roles involve supporting the Business Development team in preparing marketing materials, tender submissions, and client engagement initiatives. They also require assisting in the development of high-quality documents and maintaining client relationships.