Business Development Consultant, Government

Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Consultant to join our dynamic and innovative Business Development & Marketing team in Brisbane.

About the team and the role

This role supports the strategically important Government practice groups within the firm. Both groups have a national footprint, market leading reputation, and a collaborative team culture. You will support the Business Development Manager responsible for the practice groups, as well as having the opportunity to work directly with the partners and legal teams. You will also collaborate with other members of the BD and Marketing team on various team-wide BD initiatives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to tenders, bids, and quotes.

• Maintaining the accuracy of capability statements and CVs used on the firm website and other systems.

• Working closely with the marketing and events team to project manage events and sponsorships.

• Conducting competitor analysis.

• Completing various administrative and other tasks as required including around client reporting requirements.

• Coordinating award and legal directory submissions,

• Supporting the implementation of client account management plans for the key clients of the practice group.

About you

• Prior experience in a similar role, ideally working in the legal, professional services, or government space.

• Strong writing skills, prior experience working on bids and tenders is highly desirable.

• Bring a proven track record of delivering high quality service to your client groups and have a genuine desire to provide the best possible service and support.

• Be a passionate, collaborative professional with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills.

• Possess strong project management skills.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.