Total 943 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in VIC - Melbourne - CBD & Surrounds

Infosys Consulting is the worldwide management and IT consultancy unit of the Infosys Group (NYSE: INFY), a global advisor to leading companies for strategy, process engineering and technology-enabled transformation programs. We partner with clients to design and implement customized solutions to address their complex business challenges, and to help them in a post-modern ERP world. By combining innovative and human-centric approaches with the latest technological advances, we enable organizations to reimagine their future and create sustainable and lasting business value. A pioneer in breaking down the barriers between strategy and execution, Infosys Consulting delivers superior business value to its clients by advising them on strategy and process optimisation as well as IT-enabled transformation.To find out how we go beyond the expected to deliver the exceptional, visit us at www.infosysconsultinginsights.com

Infosys Consulting - a real consultancy for real consultants.      

We have an opportunity available for Senior Consultant - Cyber Security - GRC to join the Infosys Consulting team. In this newly created role, you will provide subject matter expertise to our clients.

We are seeking a highly experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) to provide guidance and support for our ongoing cyber uplift program.

 As a senior Cyber Security GRC Consultant, you will work closely with the team of Cybersecurity Governance Risk and Compliance as well as the Cyber Program Director to support the maturation of the orgnaisation's cybersecurity GRC capabilities.

Key areas of responsibilities include:

• Ongoing cyber security standards development
• Support for transition to new enterprise GRC system (including risk management, control framework development, policy and standards management)
• Act as trusted adviser for AEMO Head of GRC to provide advisory support as well as execution capability and thought leadership for GRC uplift
• Support for ongoing implementation of cyber security reporting and metrics
• Providing ongoing guidance on Critical Infrastructure Legislation compliance strategy (SOCI)
• Act as an advocate for GRC maturation across the Digital stream through engagement and communication with stakeholders outside the Cybersecurity team.

Skills:

Analytical Skills: Ability to articulate complex analytical requirements and findings in common non-technical terms.

Collaborative and social: Must be able to communicate well with a wide variety of people.

Exceptional Communication skills.

Strong Problem-Solving Skills: See the world from unique viewpoints and provide lightbulb moments with clients.

Relationship Management and managing relationships with clients and internal stakeholders

We offer you great opportunities within a dynamically growing consulting organization. You will elaborate and deliver best practice solutions and will be able to further develop your skills. At Infosys Consulting you will discover a truly global culture that embraces diversity at all levels, working with highly dedicated and motivated colleagues, a cooperative work environment and interesting training opportunities.

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At Viva Energy we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about the opportunity but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experience may just be the right match for this role or other opportunities!
A range of benefits to help you to Grow, Belong and Thrive

• Challenging roles and meaningful work to help you grow your career
• A leading approach to flexible working. 
• Access to a range of best in class wellness initiatives.
• Celebrate you with an extra day of leave for your birthday.
• Generous and flexible parental leave - accrue full time super until your child turns five.
• A competitive package including performance incentives
• 25% fuel discount
• We pay your permanent and total disability and death cover insurance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Diversity and Inclusion

We celebrate difference.

Why Team Global Express - Team Global Express

We believe nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, which celebrates different points of view and gives everyone the chance to contribute, as we build to a bigger and brighter future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.

To be considered, you must be entitled to work in the specified country and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical assessment.

It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team.
 
As we transform into a truly iconic Australian business, your opportunities for growth with us are limitless.  
 
To find out more about us, visit About - Team Global Express

JOB DESCRIPTION

Diversity and Inclusion

We celebrate difference.

Why Team Global Express - Team Global Express

We believe nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, which celebrates different points of view and gives everyone the chance to contribute, as we build to a bigger and brighter future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.

To be considered, you must be entitled to work in the specified country and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical assessment.

It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team.
 
As we transform into a truly iconic Australian business, your opportunities for growth with us are limitless.  
 
To find out more about us, visit About - Team Global Express

JOB DESCRIPTION

Diversity and Inclusion

We celebrate difference.

Why Team Global Express - Team Global Express

We believe nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, which celebrates different points of view and gives everyone the chance to contribute, as we build to a bigger and brighter future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.

To be considered, you must be entitled to work in the specified country and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical assessment.

It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team.
 
As we transform into a truly iconic Australian business, your opportunities for growth with us are limitless.  
 
To find out more about us, visit About - Team Global Express

Want to bring ideas to life?

As a Senior Civil Engineer you’re no doubt aware of Aurecon – we’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?

Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical eminence.

But it really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything – from the local community to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

Due to an increase of work in our project portfolio, we are looking to appoint a new Senior Civil Engineer (Land Development) to join our team. The role will include:

• Ensure all work that is performed is to the appropriate technical standards and Aurecon/client requirements.
• Ensure that all work undertaken is in accordance with appropriate professional and technical standards and practices while meeting Aurecon’s Methodology.
• Liaising and maintaining relationships with clients, sub-consultants and contractors
• Utilisation of your design skills with a background in roads, carparks, earthworks, drainage, utility services designs, pavement design
• Experience in the construction phase of civil infrastructure projects

How will your future be shaped by us?

Joining Aurecon means you’ll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia’s large firm of the year.

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan – our fourth edition since 2014.

On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You’ll also have – a learning programme 100% personalised to you and the option to build your technical mastery in the Aurecon Design Academy which earns you a Graduate Certificate in Design Management from the prestigious RMIT University. Plus, you’ll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, learning and our Careers Hub. Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

As well as experience in a similar Senior Civil Engineering Design role. Specifically

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering
• Part A & B - Water Supply / Sewer Design– Accreditation (MRWA) (preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, teamwork and self-motivation
• Skills in the design and documentation of civil infrastructure to Australian and Victorian standards
• Advanced knowledge of industry design software, 12D and AutoCAD (preferred)
• Thorough understanding of Council, Service Authority or DoT/VicRoads requirements

Think you know Aurecon? You may be surprised.

Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you’ll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you’ll not only be joining an international design, engineering and advisory company but also a community working together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.

Ready to bring ideas to life?

Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com

What you’ll do:

Join carsales as a PR Manager (12 month maternity leave cover). Working within the marketing and content team, you will also engage with various internal departments across the organisation and collaborate closely with our Global Corporate Affairs team. This role will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing comprehensive PR strategies and campaigns aimed at increasing our company's brand image and reputation, thought leadership, and visibility within the industry.
• Nurture and maintain relationships with both consumer and trade focused media outlets, bloggers, influencers, and community partners to secure positive coverage and endorsements.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts and stakeholders to craft and distribute media releases and press material.
• Identify and leverage opportunities for thought leadership and speaking engagements at industry conferences, events, and forums to showcase our expertise and insights.
• Increase visibility of our brand through industry leading events and awards, as well as seek opportunities for us to  elevate our brand at events through activations, sponsorships and/or speaking engagements.
• Proactively monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive landscape, and leverage insights to inform PR strategies and messaging. 

The Senior Network and Security Engineer will provide technical leadership and expertise to design and deliver customer solutions using the latest technologies in a hands-on project delivery role.

As a Senior Network and Security Engineer, you will:

• Bring your project delivery experience and passion for the latest technology
• Take ownership of your projects and work closely with key stakeholders
• Enjoy keeping up to date with the latest network and security technologies
• Thrive on being involved in a range of different projects concurrently and enjoy building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Accountabilities:

• Interpret client requirements through the hosting of design workshops
• Produce detailed design documentation and the deployment of network and security solutions
• Continuous learning for current and emerging technologies to support Logicalis product offerings through self-paced, instructor lead training and vendor certifications
• Work with and mentor junior staff

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in project delivery of complex Network and Security solutions
• Demonstrated experience working across SD-WAN, WAN, LAN and Wi-Fi solutions including Cisco, Aruba and Fortinet
• Demonstrated experience working with security solutions including NGFW, SASE across Cisco, Fortinet and Palo Alto
• Current vendor certifications which may include Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet and Aruba
• Strong communication, presentation and documentation skills with the ability to articulate to technical and non-technical audiences

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with or exposure to Public Cloud, NAC, SIEM
• Data Centre network design and deployment
• Network automation experience

As a valued member of ‘Logicalis Australia’ you will enjoy several benefits, such as;

• Supportive team environment: Confidential pulse checks tell us we are known for being "Unselfish with knowledge", "Flexible and Diverse" and "Give a shout-out and there will always be help"
• Pick your own adventure: Our people have moved from Help-desk to Cloud-Engineering. Admin to Project/Program Management. Project Management to Product Development. If something interests you, we’ll fund you to learn it, so you can become it!
• Breadth of experience and purpose: People here can have an idea, make a plan, and see it through. Our people enjoy genuinely impacting change and controlling their professional success.
• Flexible, modern, working arrangements: Flexible model that allows for productive remote working and in person collaboration. #LI-Hybrid

*Do I need to meet all the requirements to apply?*

No. Studies by several different sources have shown that, on average, men will apply for a job if they meet 60% of the requirements. In contrast, women, non-binary, and neurodivergent people aim for closer to 90%! Please don’t let us miss out on everything you have to offer just because there is some upskilling to do. We can teach the specifics of the job. What we can’t teach is Character – ie Confidence, Capability, Curiosity

About us

We are Logicalis, Architects of Change™. We assist organizations in succeeding in a digital-first world by harnessing our collective technology expertise. Our lifecycle services, including cloud, connectivity, collaboration, and security, optimize operations, reduce risk, and empower employees. As a global tech service provider, we also deliver managed services to provide real-time visibility and insights across clients' digital ecosystems. With 7000+ employees in 27 countries, we help 10,000+ clients globally create sustainable outcomes through technology.

For people living with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or neurodiversity; adjustments and support will be made available to create a more comfortably aligned application process. If you need any specific accommodations (tools, time, etc.), and feel comfortable disclosing this, please let us know and we’ll be glad to facilitate.

Your new role and how you’ll make a difference

This position is responsible for the provision of guidance and leadership to the Public Access Centre (PAC) team; ensuring an exceptional level of customer service to both internal and external customers of illion; and delivering quality collaboration and consultation with internal and external stakeholders in the ongoing effort of process improvement, leadership and capability uplift. 

The value-add things you’ll be doing

• Lead the Learning and development planning process for all direct and indirect reports. 
• Lead efforts to improve illion customer experience. 
• Coach the team in best practice management of support requests for all Customers and stakeholders (internal and external). 
• Accurately maintain and distribute all daily, weekly, quarterly and annual team reports in a timely manner. 
• Accurately maintain and distribute all monthly individual reports in a timely manner. 
• Conduct ad hoc reporting as needed. 
• Provide process leadership where required for each of the processes maintained by the PAC team. 
• For selected processes found to be inefficient:  
• Document current process.  
• Provide process improvement recommendations. 
• Implement process improvements. 

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We support water customers across Australia to provide our communities with the best drinking water and innovate ways to safeguard and secure our country’s water supplies, while elevating public spaces and enhancing livability.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer with Water Industry, Planning, Design or Construction Experience.

You’ll be a key member of KBR’s Water team who, in a joint venture with John Holland has been delivering Melbourne Water’s complex infrastructure projects through major design and construction framework, that will see us supporting Melbourne Water for well over a decade of continuous service.

In addition, the team are delivering major capital projects to South East Water’s record $1.5 billion investment as part of a new industry partnership between Abergeldie, BMD & KBR (ABK). The 10-year contract will see ABK plan and deliver major infrastructure upgrades in partnership with South East Water as part of a new integrated capital works planning and delivery model.

As part of our team, you will play a key role in team development of junior engineers and strongly contribute to client relationships, technical oversight, and the commercial success of the business unit. You will collaborate with a diverse team of talented people who are committed to supporting our clients through long-term partnership arrangements; not to mention a key contributor to delivering projects.

Who are you?

We are looking for a delivery focused Senior Civil Engineer looking to take the next step and join our high performing Victoria Water team. You will be motivated by achievement, outcome-focused and present professionally and in a friendly manner to peers, clients, and stakeholders.  

You will have previous experience in a similar senior role in the water sector and effective communication and people skills. You will have experience in strategic planning and investigation and can produce high-quality reports and proposals.

You will have the following skills and experience:

• Hold an accredited Bachelor of Civil Engineering
• Design experience with knowledge of industry standards. Preferably experience with undertaking designs in accordance with the Melbourne Region Water Authority Design Standards (MRWA WSAA Standards).
• Proven ability to work in engineering, and design modelling teams, work directly with Water Authority clients, and manage projects to scope, budget and program.
• Previous experience gained within an engineering consultancy environment.
• You are a Chartered Engineer (CPEng) or have eligibility to apply for this accreditation.

Who are we?   

Our water team offers services across the full water cycle, delivering major pipelines, large pumping stations and advanced water, wastewater, and recycling treatment plants.

We address critical water cycle challenges and provide solutions through adopting flexible program delivery models and ongoing asset management programs. We are the market leader in program management consulting, supporting key water utilities to achieve phased savings in capital expenditure, while delivering the best environmental and community outcomes that keep the cost of water bills low for millions of Australian people and businesses.

Explore our water discipline here: Cover - Water (foleon.com)   

At KBR, we value you – here’s how. 

While our people are busy delivering leading science, technology, and engineering solutions, we’re committed to providing them with a supportive, trusting environment and benefits that enable them to thrive and continue doing what they do best. Other benefits include:

• Industry leading salaries reviewed annually. 
• 20 Days Leave per year + an additional day off every 4 weeks (33 days in total) 
• Salary packaging and Novated leases 
• Paid professional membership fees. 
• Life/Health insurance discounts 
• Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time) 
• Employee stock purchase plans 
• Paid parental leave. 
• Personal Career development plans 
• Growth and promotion opportunities 

Help shape tomorrow by applying today!    

For a confidential discussion please call, Kelly Power, 03 9828 5240   

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to leave your impact on our society with one of Australia’s leading infrastructure businesses. Apply now and follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with all the latest news and job opportunities.    

KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.   

#LI-DNP #LI-DNI  #S-DNI   

What a day in this role will look like:

• Lead the ICT and Security design and delivery on projects, responsible for project costing, client engagement and briefing, development of technical solutions, documentation of design and specifications, and liaising with contractors during construction.
• Technical design of ICT and Security systems including communications passive infrastructure (structured cabling systems), IT Network (LAN, WAN, VoIP, Wireless), and electronic security systems, including CCTV, Electronic Access Control, intruder alarm, perimeter intrusion detection, Type 1A Security Alarm Systems, and Cyber Security.
• Collaborate with the local Buildings and Places team and national AECOM Technology Advisory group on a diverse range of projects in sectors including health, education, aviation, defence and justice.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members and build your own career through professional development and training.

Your Career

At Palo Alto Networks, we are committed to securing the digital world and empowering organisations with endless possibilities. As an Enterprise Account Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing major, strategic accounts, establishing strong relationships with key executives, and exceeding sales quotas and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). You will adopt an indirect leadership role across a number of shared services all focused on ensuring your and our success in your assigned territory, and optimising market presence, revenues, and results for Palo Alto Networks.

Your Impact

• Create and drive multimillion dollar, multi year pursuits with key  Victorian Public Sector strategic accounts
• Build and nurture relationships with key executive stakeholders in the  Victorian Public Sector
• Leverage your consultative selling experience to identify business challenges and create solutions for Victorian Public Sector prospects and our customers
• Understand the Victorian Public Sector competitive landscape and customer needs so you can effectively position the portfolio of Palo Alto Networks solutions
• Create clear goals and complete accurate forecasting through developing a detailed  Victorian Public Sector territory plan
• Leverage prospect stories to create a compelling value proposition with insights into value for the  Victorian Public Sector
• Stay updated on industry news and trends, and how they affect Palo Alto Networks products and services. Demonstrate Victorian Public Sector industry knowledge, articulating unique value to customers - Develop strategies aligning  Victorian Public Sector customer's business goals with Palo Alto Networks’ value proposition
• Travel as necessary within your territory, and to company-wide meetings
• Take up an indirect leadership role responsible for orchestrating a diverse shared services team to optimise revenues and profitability
• Establish strong relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers and identify mutually beneficial business opportunities with external partners
• Provide credible leadership across various business functions, fostering collaboration - Be accountable and trusted in customer and internal interactions
• Drive revenue-maximising opportunities, utilising Palo Alto Networks’ capabilities - Focus on high-value growth with long-term perspective, executing innovative business models
• Enhance Total Customer Experience and deliver maximum value through continuous improvement
• Cultivate value-added partnerships, extending Palo Alto Networks’ reach and capabilities - Deliver incremental benefits to customers through strategic collaborations

Company:

Description:

Marsh McLennan is seeking candidates for the following position based in Melbourne

Legal Counsel - Litigation

What can you expect?

Looking for an exciting role which will provide a sense of ownership? This is a great opportunity to expand your skills and progress with a global company.

This role would suit someone that demonstrated a willingness to take on increased responsibilities and is able to act independently, has excellent planning and organisational skills for project development and implementation, and is efficient at completing tasks timely to support internal and external clients demands.

What is in it for you?

At Marsh, we recognise that our most important asset is our people. We offer benefits and programs that support career development such as professional development support, exam and study assistance and global rotation opportunities which will support and nurture you with every opportunity to reach your full potential.

We also recognise the value of healthy, happy colleagues and promote a culture of care and wellbeing, offering benefits such as flexible working and much more!

• Flexible work arrangements
• Become part of a global leader that has one of the strongest reputations in its industry
• Professional environment where your career path really matters and is supported in our global organisation
• Great team environment with supportive colleagues

We will count on you to:

• Assisting with contentious matters, subpoena responses, document reviews, matter management, opinions, client complaints; regulatory complaints, regulatory advice
• Assisting other lawyers in the team
• Reviewing and drafting responses to client complaints
• Managing outside counsel, including spend management and invoicing
• Assisting with development and scheduling of training
• Legal Research

• Liaison with external counsel and other service providers
• Preparing reports and managing registers
• Document management

• General legal duties such as having agreements signed by Directors and distributing appropriate papers
• Other tasks as directed

What you need to have:

• A law degree and qualified as a Solicitor
• Pro-active and highly organised
• Thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work autonomously and accurately to meet multiple deadlines
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of writing and communication skills
• Ability to draft and edit concisely
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

About us:

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company’s 85,000 colleagues advise clients in 130 countries.  With annual revenue of over $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter  develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer  delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and well being for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person. Note: the changes to our hybrid work policy do not apply to officially designated remote workers and are subject to any works council or local legal requirement.

Please apply using the link below, applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencement of employment.

• A unique career-defining opportunity to join and lead one of Melbourne’s most established, innovative and award-winning AU/NZ agencies
• Drive integrated earned-first communications including social and content
• Innovate and define our PR Agency of the Future strategy across corporate and consumer comms
• Collaborate on the Trans-Tasman Leadership Team working with the most talked about local and global brands
• Join a culture that embraces growth and diversity and with ambition that is Limited by Nothing

LOCATION: Melbourne

We are uniquely Thrive helping our people, brands and community to do just that.  We use the power of communications to help our people, partners and community to grow and be successful.

Born and bred in Melbourne, and with offices across AU & NZ, Thrive is a public relations industry powerhouse and for the first time in the company’s 23-year history, we are recruiting externally for a Business Director to lead our Melbourne team.

This is not your everyday opportunity. This is a chance to work directly with Thrive’s Executive and learn why we are Mumbrella PR Agency of the Year and B&T PR Agency of the Year 2022 and how we came to be awarded the Dan Wieden Titanium Grand Prix at the 2023 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, which celebrates game-changing creativity, for our work with The Monkeys for Tuvalu, ‘The First Digital Nation’.

This role is a career-defining opportunity to lead our Melbourne location as 2IC to the Executive Director, Melbourne. You will be supported by 25+ consultants as you lead client and team growth and retention while driving new business with the support of national specialist squads.  You will partner with our local and global corporate and consumer clients to devise their communications strategies while leaning into national resources to deliver creative and digital integration impacting our clients’ business goals.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated integrated comms Business Director who is well connected in Victoria with business connections and with the media and who can create new opportunities that take our agency to new heights. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in the PR industry, across both corporate and consumer PR and have solid social media and creative content experience. The person must demonstrate strategic thinking, business acumen and have strong leadership skills with proven capability to grow a client portfolio.

This role will help drive operational process excellence, ensuring key stages of projects are executed efficiently and within budget, with a strong commercial mindset, managing financial forecasting, profitability and team resourcing.

• Work across a diverse and high-profile  corporate and consumer client portfolio
• Develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve financial
• Manage and develop client relationships to deliver client growth
• Identify new market opportunities and trends to stay ahead in the local PR landscape
• Play an active role in lead generation and business development efforts and the conversion of clients
• Devise and oversee the implementation of first-class strategies with their senior reports for clients
• Provide effective leadership to a talented team of PR and social professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Mentor and develop team members, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth
• Oversight of the Melbourne office administration function.

About You

• Australian visa holder - will consider visa sponsorship for a stellar candidate
• Tertiary qualified 12+ years of agency experience in the PR industry
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a PR agency delivering integrated earned-first campaigns for global brands
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
• Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated success in client relationship management and business development
• Ability to inspire and lead a team to achieve exceptional results
• Delivery of best practice multichannel storytelling with exceptional writing skills
• Experience in B2B and B2C storytelling
• Experience delivering in a fast-paced environment and displaying logical thinking, forward planning, and the ability to manage up and down
• An established network of relationships with media, influencers, suppliers and key stakeholders
• Excellent presentation skills
• Team time management and budget experience
• Technology skills (MAC & Google Drive savvy)
• Media measurement/evaluation skills

This is Thrive.

Culture is everything. It's a reason why we have a 100% return rate by working parents, have had consistent leadership for more than two decades, and continue to welcome Thrive 'boomerangs' back to the agency. Our team is made up of in-house media, creative and digital specialists who work across five locations in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Auckland delivering strategic communications services for brands.

Thrive values work-life integration including hybrid flexible working (currently Mondays and Fridays work-from-home) and delivers many benefits from wellbeing days and initiatives through to early knock-off Fridays. Thrive fosters & supports a work environment that is inclusive as well as diverse, where people can, and are encouraged to, be themselves. Every idea and perspective is welcomed and valued so that our service offering reflects our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion both internally and externally.

Ready to make waves with us locally and globally?

Visit us here for more information - www.thrivepr.com.au.

If you value accountability, curiosity, integrity, collaboration and are passionate about what you do then our values are aligned. Please apply via LinkedIn or email a cover letter and resume to: [email protected].

All contact with Thrive will be treated confidentially. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.