Job Description
Business Development Manager
Location: Sydney / Melbourne or Brisbane (flexible working encouraged)
About our Team
At LexisNexis, we serve over 5 million professionals across 100+ countries, delivering cutting-edge legal content and technologies. Our team is at the forefront of legal transformation, focusing on Corporate markets by introducing them to the future of legal research, drafting, and workflow automation—powered by AI and smart content delivery.
We’re a tight-knit team of problem-solvers, hunters, and collaborators who are passionate about making a difference. Your work will support the Rule of Law and help small firms thrive in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
Join LexisNexis, a global legaltech leader, at a pivotal time of innovation and growth. With the launch of Lexis+ AI and our brand-new LexisNexis Protégé platform, we’re transforming the way law firms access, interpret, and apply legal intelligence—making it faster, smarter, and more accessible than ever.
About the Role
As one of our Business Development Managers, you will drive new business acquisition across the legal, Corporate Law market through effective cold calling, prospecting, and closing to achieve monthly billing targets. You’ll introduce market-leading solutions—including Lexis+ AI, the game-changing LexisNexis Protégé, and a suite of legal research and drafting tools—to help firms work smarter.
This is a permanent full-time role based either in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane with combined home/office-based arrangements to have flexible work-life balance.
Responsibilities
Drive new business acquisition and market penetration through high levels of outbound activity (cold calls, email outreach, and in-person visits).
Qualify potential clients through expert discovery, leveraging proven sales techniques to understand client needs and provide recommendation to applicable Lexis Nexis solutions.
Effective and efficient management of end-to-end full sale cycle, with demonstrated success closing opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
Building effective relationships with key stakeholders in strategic and designated accounts
Maintaining an accurate database of activity, client interaction, and opportunity sales stage and prediction of sale success.
Collaborate with the Business Development Director, Marketing & Inside Sales in lead generation and opportunity identification.
Requirements
Proven Business Development / Sales Experience – ideally in B2B, professional services, legal, or tech industries.
Strong Closing & Negotiation Skills – A track record of successfully closing deals valued at $100K+.
Relationship Building & Stakeholder Management – Ability to engage with clients at all levels.
Consultative Selling Approach – Experience in solution-based sales strategies.
Highly Motivated & Results-Oriented – A self-starter who thrives on exceeding targets.
Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills – The ability to craft compelling proposals and engage decision-makers.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
Be part of a high-growth, innovation-focused team.
Lead conversations about AI in law with tools like Lexis+ AI and Protégé—a first-of-its-kind client engagement platform.
Work with an inclusive global company that values flexibility, wellbeing, and career development.
Discounted Health plan rate and Optical Assistance
Life assurance and income protection
Option to buy additional Annual Leave days
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working arrangements
Benefits for you and your family
Access to learning and development resources
About the Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.
To learn more about opportunities with LexisNexis or RELX Global, join us here:
https://www.lexisnexis.com.au/en
https://www.relx.com/careers/join-us
Join LexisNexis and be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and customer success!
Apply now and take the next step in your career!
We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click
here
to access benefits specific to your location.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our
Applicant Request Support Form
or please contact 1-85XXXXXX.
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams
here
.
Please read our
Candidate Privacy Policy
.
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, ****** orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Location: Sydney / Melbourne or Brisbane (flexible working encouraged)
About our Team
At LexisNexis, we serve over 5 million professionals across 100+ countries, delivering cutting-edge legal content and technologies. Our team is at the forefront of legal transformation, focusing on Corporate markets by introducing them to the future of legal research, drafting, and workflow automation—powered by AI and smart content delivery.
We’re a tight-knit team of problem-solvers, hunters, and collaborators who are passionate about making a difference. Your work will support the Rule of Law and help small firms thrive in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
Join LexisNexis, a global legaltech leader, at a pivotal time of innovation and growth. With the launch of Lexis+ AI and our brand-new LexisNexis Protégé platform, we’re transforming the way law firms access, interpret, and apply legal intelligence—making it faster, smarter, and more accessible than ever.
About the Role
As one of our Business Development Managers, you will drive new business acquisition across the legal, Corporate Law market through effective cold calling, prospecting, and closing to achieve monthly billing targets. You’ll introduce market-leading solutions—including Lexis+ AI, the game-changing LexisNexis Protégé, and a suite of legal research and drafting tools—to help firms work smarter.
This is a permanent full-time role based either in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane with combined home/office-based arrangements to have flexible work-life balance.
Responsibilities
Drive new business acquisition and market penetration through high levels of outbound activity (cold calls, email outreach, and in-person visits).
Qualify potential clients through expert discovery, leveraging proven sales techniques to understand client needs and provide recommendation to applicable Lexis Nexis solutions.
Effective and efficient management of end-to-end full sale cycle, with demonstrated success closing opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
Building effective relationships with key stakeholders in strategic and designated accounts
Maintaining an accurate database of activity, client interaction, and opportunity sales stage and prediction of sale success.
Collaborate with the Business Development Director, Marketing & Inside Sales in lead generation and opportunity identification.
Requirements
Proven Business Development / Sales Experience – ideally in B2B, professional services, legal, or tech industries.
Strong Closing & Negotiation Skills – A track record of successfully closing deals valued at $100K+.
Relationship Building & Stakeholder Management – Ability to engage with clients at all levels.
Consultative Selling Approach – Experience in solution-based sales strategies.
Highly Motivated & Results-Oriented – A self-starter who thrives on exceeding targets.
Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills – The ability to craft compelling proposals and engage decision-makers.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
Be part of a high-growth, innovation-focused team.
Lead conversations about AI in law with tools like Lexis+ AI and Protégé—a first-of-its-kind client engagement platform.
Work with an inclusive global company that values flexibility, wellbeing, and career development.
Discounted Health plan rate and Optical Assistance
Life assurance and income protection
Option to buy additional Annual Leave days
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible working arrangements
Benefits for you and your family
Access to learning and development resources
About the Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.
To learn more about opportunities with LexisNexis or RELX Global, join us here:
https://www.lexisnexis.com.au/en
https://www.relx.com/careers/join-us
Join LexisNexis and be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and customer success!
Apply now and take the next step in your career!
We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click
here
to access benefits specific to your location.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our
Applicant Request Support Form
or please contact 1-85XXXXXX.
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams
here
.
Please read our
Candidate Privacy Policy
.
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, ****** orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
USA Job Seekers:
EEO Know Your Rights
.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Business Development Manager - Small Law position is now open for candidates interested in the Digital Marketing Expert Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Digital Marketing Expert Jobs is a plus.
