Business Development & Marketing roles in top tier law firm – Sydney or Melbourne CBD

• With a refreshed view of the firms 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.

Whats 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 youbecome 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 Australias 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 youre 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 dont hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02).

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

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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.

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