Senior Business Development Manager — Competition, Consumer & International
Up to $200K package | Sydney CBD | 2 days WFH | Top‐tier Australian law firm
Our client is a leading Australian commercial law firm is seeking a
Business Development Manager
to support its high‐performing
Competition, Consumer & International
practice. You'll work directly with the Practice Leads to shape strategy, drive growth and strengthen client relationships.
About the Role:
Co‐create and deliver the practice BD plan with partners
Develop and review partner and managing associate BD plans to drive disciplined execution.
Identify and share market, client and competitor insights, translating them into practical next steps (outreach prompts, meeting prep, prospecting ideas).
Lead tenders and pursuits, partnering with lawyers on strategy, value propositions, written materials and pitch preparation.
Engage directly with clients, coordinate feedback discussions and ensure follow‐through on agreed actions.
Partner with Marketing & Communications to deliver targeted campaigns, thought leadership and events aligned to priority sectors and clients.
Use BD systems,



CRM and pursuit frameworks effectively; collaborate with BD colleagues across practices to ensure a consistent, high‐quality client experience.
Coordinate international BD activity, including alliance partner engagement, referral tracking, briefing preparation, and support for overseas trips and conferences.
Provide research, insight and high‐quality presentations to support partner decision making and global relationship management.
About You
5–8+ years' Business Development experience in a leading law firm
Experience creating strategy with Practice leaders
Robust commercial mindset with the ability to turn insight into practical action
Confident and polished communicator with strong judgement and disciplined follow through
Team-oriented, commercially sharp and comfortable operating in a quick paced team
Curious, resilient and have a willingness to continue to learn and develop your own skill set
Confident with technology systems, tools and interested in what's to come with AI for the area
A fabulous career opportunity to work with great teams but also within a market leading BD team.
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