Business Development Executive

**The Opportunity**:
Ashurst's Global BD team is located in major cities across EMEA, Asia Pacific and the US. We execute the firm's clients and markets strategy driving profitable growth with a specific focus on our chosen sectors and priority clients. We are focussed on enhancing our clients' experience, driving marketing campaigns, leveraging data analytics and client insights to significantly enhance operational excellence and to aid in building out new BD capabilities.

We are a diverse team combining various personalities, cultural upbringing and professional backgrounds spanning the range of business to business, professional services and hands-on industry expertise. Our different perspectives and experiences enhance the outcomes we achieve and make us a fun and adaptable team. To be the most progressive law firm, we need the most progressive global BD team. Being a member of this team means being a part of a forward-thinking and dynamic team inspiring you and those around you to be the best you can. And together, help to lead the way in setting new standards for BD in the legal landscape.

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic, proactive and committed Business Development (BD) professional to join our global BD&M team, based in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane on a permanent full time basis reporting to the Senior BD Manager, Strategic Advisory, based in Sydney.

There is enormous scope for this role to be transformative, changing the way the team think about and approach BD. It's also an exciting time to join Ashurst, we're investing in the BD function at a global level which means there's the opportunity for you to get involved in new firm-wide projects.

The BDE works in conjunction with the Strategic Advisory BD team and the respective Australia partners to develop and execute BD, marketing, and innovation initiatives relating to the Division's strategy as well as key opportunities and major clients.

More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site.

**About You**:
As this role is national in focus it requires a proactive approach and self-starter attitude. You will have a 'can-do' attitude and be willing to work as part of a team doing everything from simple admin tasks to complex strategy. You will be supported by highly experienced BD professionals who will guide you on best practice and assist with your career development.
- Tertiary qualification in business or related relevant field.
- An understanding of legal practices, products and the legal competitive landscape.
- Positive and proactive attitude toward work and a desire to learn and develop your role and skillset.
- Ability to build rapport and develop positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
- Self-starter who will identify, take accountability for, and follow through on potential opportunities and initiatives.
- Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple projects and activities.
- Ability to work autonomously when required as well as ability to work within a team and take direction from others.
- Previous experience in a professional services BD environment (1-3+ years' experience).
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Ability to switch between detail and the bigger picture

**What makes Ashurst a great place to work?**

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

- competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
- flexible working;
- complimentary gym memberships;
- corporate health plans;
- a global professional development offering for all employees; and
- an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

**COVID-19 Policy**:
Ashurst prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of its people and others who are involved in our business. Our COVID-19 policy requires people to have received a completed course of a recognised COVID-19 vaccine or obtain an approved exemption in order to attend Ashurst, client or supplier premises. Please ask us if you require more information about our COVID-19 policy.