Business Development Advisor, EIRS

Herbert Smith Freehills; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Support for mental health and well-being

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Join a leading international law firm as a Business Development Advisor in Melbourne. This role offers a unique opportunity to support the Employment, Industrial Relations and Safety team in delivering business development strategies. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, you will engage in various BD activities, from content creation to leading pitches, while developing your foundational knowledge in business development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a BD role within a law firm or professional services.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong work ethic and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with national EIRS business development and marketing projects.
• Prepare BD materials and maintain standard pitch templates.
• Work closely with internal teams to promote EIRS.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Project administration

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in marketing, commerce, business or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

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Senior Recruitment Advisor at Herbert Smith Freehills

We are seeking a Business Development Adviser to join our Employment, Industrial Relations and Safety (EIRS) team. Joining our market leading BD team, you will provide national support to our EIRS team and some of our key sectors to deliver their BD strategy and champion growth initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity to start your BD career with our team and develop your foundational BD knowledge and skills.

In this interesting and varied role, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with national EIRS business development and marketing projects, including content creation, events, and proactive BD activities aligned with the annual plan
• Preparing BD materials, maintain standard pitch templates, credentials, and team CVs using systems like Foundation and SharePoint
• Working closely with lawyers, partners, internal teams (e.g., communications, events, marketing), and external stakeholders to promote EIRS and deliver key initiatives
• Leading major pitches, support awards and directory submissions, maintain BD infrastructure, and ensure consistent and efficient documentation and processes.
• Staying informed on industry trends, support thought leadership and content strategies, engage with relevant associations, and adhere to WHS and firm policies.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 3+ years experience in a BD role undertaking administration/advisory activities within a law firm or other professional services environment;
• an undergraduate degree in marketing, commerce, business or related discipline;
• proven ability to think ahead, understand and manage priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines;
• enthusiastic, proactive and strong work ethic with a willingness to accept ownership of and follow up on tasks without prompting;
• ability to confidently communicate and deal with partners, managers, staff and clients at all levels;
• strong attention to detail;
• demonstrated sound organisational, planning and project administration skills;
• strong Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills;
• ability to collaborate effectively within a team;
• excellent communication and drafting skills.

What you can expect from us:

• We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 5,000 professionals. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise.
• We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.
• We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
• We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.
• Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia's market leading law firm.

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values-Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

For any questions or a confidential discussion, please contact Donella Gressieux, Senior Recruitment Advisor on [e-mail]

This vacancy is being managed directly by Herbert Smith Freehills Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Thank you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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