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Form of workAshurst's Global Business Development team is located in major cities across EMEA, Asia Pacific and the US. We execute the firm's strategy and drive profitable growth with a specific focus on our chosen practices, sectors and priority clients. We focus on our client experience, driving campaigns, leveraging client insights, and managing strategic initiatives to service our client's needs.
Our Corporate Division is central to the success of the firm and is a leading practice across our network, comprising both Corporate Transactional groups and the Digital Economy.
Th is a 12 month contract for a Senior BD Executive or Manager who will be a key part of our global Business Development team focusing on the Corporate Division.
More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site.
About You:
- Previous experience in a professional services BD environment (5+ years' experience)
- Tertiary qualification in business or related relevant field
- Experience supporting Corporate practices preferred
- Demonstrated experience of leading and coaching teams on pursuits and clients
- Proven experience in managing and career coaching a team of BD professionals
- Commercial awareness and ability to bring the client's perspective into the frame
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Gravitas, authority, diplomacy and strong communication and influencing skills
- Strategic thinker with strong focus on execution
- Ability to build positive and collaborative working relationships with the BD and legal teams
- Previous client facing experience preferred
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.
