Marketing & Business Development Manager (Melbourne)

Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick (POF) is a privately owned patent and trademark attorney firm with 100+ people across offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane and Hobart. Our main business is in the procurement and defence of intellectual property rights including patents, trademarks, and designs for our clients both domestically and internationally. We operate at the forefront of innovation and technology, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to real and rewarding outcomes. Our client base is diverse and ranges from individual inventors through to leading multinational corporations. We are committed to fostering a culture of engagement and collaboration, where our people feel supported and empowered in their roles. We offer an evolving learning and development program with relevant and role‑specific topics, driven by and tailored to your needs. Our inclusive culture enables us to perform at a high level, ensuring we can provide our clients with considered and innovative outcomes. POF was officially recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2024‑25 by the Diversity Council of Australia. About the role Ready to take ownership in a hands‑on Marketing & Business Development Manager role that offers: Flexible hybrid working An prospect to manage and mentor a Coordinator Direct working relationships with POF leaders to drive marketing strategy This is your opportunity to shape how we connect with clients and grow our brand, while contributing to the development and delivery of our marketing and business development strategy. Partnering closely with senior leaders, you’ll help elevate our brand, drive client engagement, and identify growth opportunities. With a solid foundation in professional services or B2B marketing, you’ll bring a broad skillset across digital, content, events, and client relationship initiatives, along with the ability to confidently influence stakeholders. Key responsibilities Act as a trusted advisor to Attorneys, Lawyers and Principals. Drive profile‑raising sector campaigns and related content, events, and industry sponsorships. Work closely with the Head of Marketing and Business Development to implement the firm’s content management strategy. Supervise and mentor the Marketing and Business Development Coordinator. Oversee the management of POF Group websites and social media, including providing design input, content oversight, and search engine optimisation. Manage the tender submission process. About you Minimum of 7+ years’ experience in a B2B business development or marketing role, preferably in a professional services environment. Experience managing a small team is highly desirable. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders. Strong organisational and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, manage workload and meet deadlines. Experience with the coordination of tenders and proposals. Passion for innovation and marketing in the professional services industry. About our workplace On a day‑to‑day basis, we work with creative clients to protect their ideas and inventions locally and internationally. POF prides itself on valuing its people and the diversity and innovative thinking our people bring to our business. Our culture is built on principles of inclusion, respect, and integrity. Our employees enjoy challenging work in a collegial team‑based environment with a genuine work/life balance. Apart from working in a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming environment, POF employees enjoy access to a range of benefits and initiatives including: Gender‑neutral paid parental carers leave. Salary continuance. Generous leave provisions. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Health and wellbeing programs. Reward and recognition program including discretionary bonuses. We encourage and welcome applications from people living with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ people, all genders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people. Should you require any specific support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please let us know and we will be happy to assist. Please note that due to the anticipated volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Agencies, please note: All vacancies are managed by our People Development team. Should external assistance be required we will reach out to our preferred Recruitment Agency providers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rrfuz