Description
The Opportunity:
We currently have an opportunity available for a Pursuit Senior Executive to join us in Sydney or Brisbane on a 9 month Fixed Term Contract basis.
Joining as the Pursuit Senior Executive you'll be responsible for providing support to our Pursuit Managers in delivering complex and strategic panel and project bids throughout the process from pursuits to presentations. You'll also lead the pursuit process and provide support to partners on medium complexity opportunities. This role forms part of our Global Pursuit team and works collaboratively with the wider Clients, Markets & Growth function.
As part of our commitment to driving bid excellence and supporting professional development you will have the opportunity to be mentored by, and work closely with, senior team members, Ashurst are also a corporate member of APMP and provide opportunities to team members to obtain industry-recognised certification.
More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site.
About you:
The successful candidate will have:
* Previous experience in pursuit, bid or business development role in legal, professional services or other relevant environments.
* Capability in leading pursuits, including stakeholder engagement and project management skills, and a proven ability to successfully manage complex work-winning processes.
* Experience developing win strategies, with an ability to successfully articulate themes, differentiators and benefits.
* Demonstrated capability in bid delivery including stakeholder engagement and project management skills.
* Ability to write clear, and succinct content for proposals.
What makes Ashurst a great place to work?
We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:
* competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
* flexible working;
* complimentary gym memberships;
* corporate health plans;
* a global professional development offering for all employees; and
* an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.
We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.
Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.