Senior Business Development & Marketing Advisor - Commercial

Hall & Wilcox; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent Australian law firm is seeking a Senior Business Development & Marketing Advisor to enhance brand awareness in the Sydney and Newcastle markets. The role offers flexible working arrangements and requires 7+ years of experience in marketing or business development, with a strong understanding of the NSW markets. Ideal candidates will excel in communication and relationship-building, contributing to a dynamic team culture.

Benefits

Flexible leave options

Free daily breakfast

Career development programs

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in a marketing and/or business development position (professional services ideal).
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support national partners and senior lawyers on promotional and marketing strategies.
• Identify business development opportunities for the Sydney and Newcastle markets.
• Lead initiatives for key commercial clients.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Sydney and broader NSW markets

Excellent written and communication skills

Strong influencing and negotiation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines

Team player

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline

Job description

Senior Business Development & Marketing Advisor - Commercial

Corporate Services | Business Development, Marketing & Communications | Sydney

• Permanent, full-time position, however flexible working arrangements will be considered
• Hybrid and flexible working; WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
• Reward and recognition, including competitive remuneration and career progression
• Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
• Flexible leave options and up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
• Free daily breakfast and office social events
• Genuine commitment to health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion across our firm

We have an opportunity for a Senior Business Development & Marketing Advisor to join our national Business Development, Marketing & Communications team based in Sydney.

The role is responsible for working with partners on the BD, marketing and comms strategy across the national Commercial Practice which comprises of over 90 partners across Dispute Resolution, Banking & Finance, Employment, Corporate & Commercial, Property & Projects, Private Client and Tax sections.

This role will also have dedicated focus on increasing brand awareness and profile in the Sydney and Newcastle markets and will also be allocated stand-alone national portfolios dependent on the successful candidate's expertise, experience and skillset.

The role may require travel to other offices across Australia from time to time.

You will be responsible for:

• Advising and supporting the relevant Commercial sections national partners and senior lawyers on strategic firm and personal brand promotion, business development, marketing and practice development strategies, and action outcomes - in line with firm and Section plans.
• Advising the Sydney and Newcastle Partners in Charge on strategic firm brand promotion, business development and marketing;
• Working with partners and senior lawyers personal brand and practice development strategies;
• Identifying business development opportunities for the Sydney and Newcastle markets;
• Advising and supporting initiatives for key commercial clients;
• Working with the Bids & Pursuits team on firm and commercial tender submissions;
• Leading a range of other opportunistic bids, such as proposals and capability statements;
• Directory and award submissions;
• Working with the Communications team to identify and action external profiling opportunities;
• Leading relevant business and industry association relationships, including sponsorships;
• Working with the Event team on client, sector and national firm events.

About you

You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• 7+ years experience in a marketing and/or business development position (professional services ideal);
• Strong knowledge of the Sydney and broader NSW markets;
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline;
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationship with key firm stakeholders;
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels;
• Excellent written and communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines;
• Team player;
• Proactive and strong problem-solving abilities.

About us

Hall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm. We deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.

Hear from our people about what it’s like to work at Hall & Wilcox: bit.ly/HWpeople

Some of our recent awards and citations include:

• Best Australian Law Firm (>$200m revenue) at the 2025 Client Choice Awards
• Ranked 7th in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2024 and 2025
• Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
• Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation holder since 2018

We are known for having a great culture that is warm and welcoming, progressive, inclusive and supportive, and that is underpinned by our enduring values - known as Hallmarks.

We are also renowned for our Smarter Law approach. Smarter Law means we look beyond the status quo to think differently and find solutions. Smarter Law includes enabling technology, challenging business models, innovative pricing and creative resourcing.

We are a firm of the future. We offer our people interesting and challenging work, and access to great clients. To learn more about Hall & Wilcox please visit our website.

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At Hall & Wilcox, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We are also committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Kim Chalmers, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, at [e-mail] for a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition / People & Culture team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.