Careers

Please note: applications will be reviewed from 6 January 2025 onwards.

The Opportunity:

We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a Manager to join our Markets & Growth (M&G) team on a permanent basis. This role can be based in either, Melbourne or Sydney.

Our M&G team span across EMEA, Asia Pacific and the US and more broadly forms part of our global Clients Markets & Growth function. M&G play an integral role in executing the firm's strategy and are responsible for driving profitable growth with a specific focus on our chosen industries, markets and clients.

This role has a particular focus on the Australia Energy Industry. You'll be responsible for supporting industry collaboration, growth and client engagement. The opportunity reports to our Perth based Energy Industry Senior Manager and will working closely with the Australia Energy Industry stakeholders to support the Energy strategy across the region.

A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found attached to the role on our careers pagehttps://www.ashurst.com/en/careers/

About you:

The successful candidate will have;

• Previous experience in a law firm, professional services or industry business development environment
• Demonstrated experience for both coaching teams and managing major projects and/or initiatives
• Commercial awareness and an innovative mind-set for developing and evolving ways of working
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build trusting relationships with the partnership and business services.
• Enthusiastic and proactive, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple projects and activities
• Previous experience in a client facing capacity including client listening experience
• Ability to influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organisation with strong executive presence

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.