Business Development and Marketing Coordinator

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm with a proud 100 year history, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.       

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson combines a century of experience with a modern, collaborative approach, making us a big firm, without the attitude.

The Role

As we build on the momentum of our centenary year and continue to support the firm’s strategic priorities, we are seeking a Business Development and Marketing Coordinator to join our Brisbane office. You will form part of the national BDM team, contributing to a strong culture of collaboration and high-performance. 

It is a fantastic opportunity for a BD & Marketing Coordinator eager to gain further experience in the legal industry in a firm that prioritises continuous improvement and genuine career development opportunities.  The role is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys taking ownership, and is motivated to build a career in business development and marketing within a high-performing professional services team.

Your main responsibility will involve supporting the firm’s Business Development Leads in executing practice, industry group and client strategic plans, and your day-to-day will include:

• Delivering high-quality panel and project/matter-specific tenders and credential statements (often working directly with senior lawyers and partners in their respective practice or industry groups);
• End-to-end coordination of firm, practice and client events, ensuring a seamless experience and a high standard of delivery;
• Preparing email marketing campaigns and social media posts, including developing copy in line with the firm’s key messaging, and creating relevant digital assets;
• Contributing to the firm’s strategy, including supporting various projects in involving the firm’s centenary this year, and working on innovation projects to enable data-driven decision-making and task automation;
• Assisting with the ongoing maintenance of our client relationship management (CRM) system (Dynamics 365);
• Participating in client listening initiatives, including tender debriefs;
• Preparing legal directory submissions, coordinating input and ensuring consistency, accuracy and a high-quality final product;
• Managing client and industry research and reporting;
• Assisting with management of the firm’s strategic partnerships and sponsorships;
• Assisting with internal communications, including the preparation of our monthly newsletter, and developing content for our internal social media channel.

Experience

As a successful candidate, you will hold or be working towards tertiary qualifications in a business or communications-related discipline, and have a minimum of two years’ experience as a Business Development and Marketing Assistant/Administrator.

You will be both enthusiastic and proactive, with a keen interest in engaging with a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities. 

Furthermore, you will demonstrate the following attributes:

• Excellent attention to detail;
• Strong writing, verbal communication and presentation skills;
• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise workflow, follow procedures, and communicate progress effectively;
• Prior experience working with stakeholders at varying levels, with a collaborative and service-orientated approach;
• A hands-on, proactive and collaborative working style;
• Flexibility to undertake a range of tasks while appropriately managing priorities and deadlines;
• An interest in continuous learning and process improvement;
• Sound judgment and professionalism to deal with sensitive and confidential information.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic health and wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• End-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Our commitment is to create an accessible, inclusive and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application online. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.