Hall & Wilcox - Bids & Pursuits Advisor - Public Sector

Corporate Services | Business Development & Communications | Flexible

• Permanent, full-time position, however flexible working arrangements will be considered
• Based in any of our office locations:
  Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Newcastle, Adelaide, Canberra and Darwin
• Hybrid working, including from modern, open plan offices and WFH.
  We provide 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
• Market competitive leave options, including paid parental leave
• Free daily breakfast, office drinks and social events
• Genuine commitment to health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion across our firm

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bids & Pursuits Advisor - Public Sector to join our growing national Business Development, Marketing & Communications (BDM&C ) team.

The BDM&C section is a national team, comprising specialists across all areas of professional services BD, marketing and comms, including client engagement, branding and design, bid management, copywriting, event strategy and planning, digital marketing and media relations.

This role will support the Bids & Pursuits Manager on all public sector bids and pursuits at Hall & Wilcox, including tenders, capability statements, proposals and other pitch documents and presentations.
The role will also support other tenders, capability statements and proposals as required.

This position suits an established Bids / Tenders and Pursuits Advisor, or an experienced Bids / Tenders & Pursuits Coordinator ready to take a step-up within a large, national law firm.

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Supporting, project managing and writing tenders and proposals, which may include:
  
• Working with BD & Marketing teams and partners and senior lawyers to identify opportunities to tender;
• Drafting, editing and proofing bid submissions, ensuring compliance and arranging submission;
• Leading and implementing timeline process with tender team including instructing everyone that is required to input to the tender;
• Transferring information collected during tender process to central documents (tender knowledge bank, credentials bible and CRM) and arranging for updating of CVs, website etc.;
• Working with Relationship Partners on pitching for new work from existing key firm clients, including pitching project plan and clear timeline / strategy for the client;
• Working with the BD & Marketing teams and partners and senior lawyers on pitching to new firm prospects;
• Working with the Communications and BD & Marketing teams on firm award and international directory submissions including liaising with relevant partners and corporate services teams;
• Updating credentials and information collected during submission process on profiles, website, CVs and the CRM;
• Updating profiles, website and CVs of any award wins/directory listings;
• Ensuring all bid content, including CVs, credentials and firm information, is updated regularly and accessible / available to all that require it;
• Ensuring filing of all past bids across the firm;
• Providing general copywriting where required;
• Contributing to BD, Marketing & Comms reports, as well as supporting the delivery of the BD, Marketing & Comms strategic objectives;
• Providing general support, when required, to the Director of the BDM&C team and the wider BDM&C team.
  

About you

You will ideally have the following skills and experience:

• At least 3 years of experience gained in a similar bids and pursuits position (legal or professional services ideal);
• Demonstrated experience supporting public sector tenders;
• Degree/s in Law, Marketing, Business or a related qualification;
• Extensive experience in legal tender processes;
• Excellent written and communication skills;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (essential);
• The ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines;
• Strong organisational / administration skills;
• Proactive and strong problem-solving abilities;
• The ability to work autonomously and interact in a team environment;
• The ability to interact at all business levels.
  

About us

Hall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm.
We are a firm of more than 1150 people, including over 145 partners, delivering 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 HW:
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Some of our recent awards and citations include:

• Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
• Law Firm of the Year (101-500 Lawyers) and Diversity Initiative of the Year at the 2022 Australasian Law Awards
• Ranked fourth in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2023 and 2024
• Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation holder since 2018
• Best Law and Related Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) and Best Professional Services Firm ($100m-$200m revenue) at the 2023 Client Choice Awards

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 Smarter Law, which means we look beyond the status quo to think differently and find solutions that are better, faster and cheaper.
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 HW 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 for a confidential discussion.

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