Senior Associate- People

About The Bench

The Bench provides advisory and flexible resourcing services to leading construction, infrastructure and consulting organisations, working on some of the biggest projects in Australia.

We work with a curated network of experts across commercial advisory, project management, engineering, planning and legal disciplines, ensuring that our clients have on demand access to the right expertise when they need it.

Our model sits between traditional consulting firms and recruitment agencies, allowing organisations to bring in senior capability quickly and efficiently.

We are now looking for a commercially minded Business Development Manager / Recruitment Specialist to help grow our presence across the construction and infrastructure sector.

The Opportunity

This is a growth role for someone who understands the construction and infrastructure ecosystem and enjoys building trusted relationships with clients.

You will work closely with the Partners on the identification and development of new client relationships, whilst also working closely with our network of consultants to match the right expertise to each engagement.

This role will suit someone who combines industry credibility with a strong commercial instinct, who is comfortable opening doors, winning work and building long-term partnerships.

Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development

• Identify and develop new client relationships across construction, infrastructure, engineering and advisory organisations
• Build relationships with senior decision makers including project directors, commercial managers, legal teams and executives
• Proactively generate new mandates and consulting engagements
• Represent The Bench at industry events and within professional networks

Client Management

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients seeking specialist project expertise
• Understand project requirements and define engagement scopes
• Provide solutions by matching the right consultants from The Bench network

Recruitment & Network Development

• Identify, engage and onboard high-calibre professionals across construction, infrastructure and advisory disciplines
• Maintain and grow The Bench’s network of consultants
• Ensure quality and cultural fit across engagements

Commercial Delivery

• Manage engagements from initial brief through to consultant placement
• Negotiate commercial terms and engagement structures
• Support repeat work and long-term client relationships

Ideal Background

We are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, provided they understand the construction and infrastructure sector and have strong relationship-building skills.

Examples include:

• Recruitment consultants specialising in construction or infrastructure
• Lawyers or legal professionals who have worked in construction / projects environments
• Commercial or advisory professionals within infrastructure organisations
• Business development professionals within engineering, consulting or professional services firms

What We’re Looking For

• Strong network within construction and infrastructure markets
• A natural relationship builder
• Commercial mindset and ability to spot opportunities
• Credibility with senior industry stakeholders
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment

Why Join The Bench?

• Opportunity to help build a high-growth specialist advisory platform
• Work with leading infrastructure and project organisations
• Flexible, entrepreneurial environment
• Competitive remuneration with strong upside linked to performance

Sound like the opportunity you've been waiting for? Apply today.