DLA Piper is a global law firm renowned for delivering exceptional legal services to clients across the world. As part of our commitment to helping clients navigate complex, high-stakes challenges, we are growing our dynamic Business Advisory practice. The practice works hand-in-hand with our legal experts to deliver integrated consulting and legal solutions that drive real organisational transformation.
Business Advisory draws on decades of global consulting experience in M&A, strategy, corporate development, technology across a variety of industries with focus on finance, government, and energy transition. We support clients across Australia, including global clients with Australian operations.
We are seeking a talented Advisor to join our growing Business Advisory practice within the Strategy and Change team in Sydney. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting early-stage business within an established global firm; a team where your ideas and contributions will help shape the future.
We are looking for candidates with around 5+ years’ experience in management consulting or technology transformation background, along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. You’ll work closely with legal teams and clients to deliver impactful solutions, while being supported by a collaborative and value-driven team.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality consulting engagements
- Build relationships across DLA Piper’s legal teams
- Collaborate on cross-service client engagements and business development initiatives
- Support proposal creation and pre-sales activities
- Contribute to strategic and operational growth
About you
- Proven experience in management consulting (strategy, transformation, change)
- Extensive experience delivering tech-enabled business transformation
- Excellent communication, presentation, change and project management skills
- Curiosity, strategic thinking and adaptability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
- Financial modelling and data skills is advantageous
- Prince 2, Agile, APM, ITIL, Scrum Master,SAFe or technology qualifications are advantageous
- Experience in Energy, Financial Services or Technology sectors (desirable)
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a global firm with a strong reputation and client base
- Help shape a growing business with real impact
- Work on high-profile, multi-jurisdictional projects
- Enjoy a supportive, inclusive and flexible work environment
- Grow your career with access to world-class resources and mentorship
Apply now to join a team that’s redefining how legal and consulting services come together to solve complex business challenges.
About Us
We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.
At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.
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At DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.
Agile Working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-Engagement Screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.
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Our hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as peers and close collaborators for the position. For some of our roles we may also use assessment tools, practical exercises, and panel presentations. Your Recruitment Business Partner will inform you of the recruitment process at the start of any recruitment process, but please let us know if you have any questions prior to making an application.
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