27 Account Director jobs in Melbourne
Senior Account Director

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**Job Description:**
**Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.**
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
**Job Summary**
The Senior Account Director leads a global team of senior professionals responsible for managing Caterpillar's most significant mining customer relationships. This role is pivotal in delivering a differentiated customer experience and driving performance through clearly defined customer outcomes. The Senior Account Director serves as the single point of accountability for strategic account performance across all sites, ensuring alignment between customer goals, dealer execution, and Caterpillar's corporate priorities.
**About the Role / What You Will Do:**
+ Global Accountability: Owns performance outcomes across all customer sites, ensuring alignment of goals and incentives between the customer, dealer, and Caterpillar. Serves as the single point of contact for high-value Caterpillar accounts, ensuring alignment with client success and company growth objectives.
+ Executive Engagement: Builds and maintains executive-level relationships with customer leadership to understand strategic priorities and influence long-term planning. Builds and sustains strategic, trust-based relationships with mining customers, Caterpillar, and dealer stakeholders, leveraging deep client insight to anticipate needs, resolve issues, and drive long-term value creation.
+ Strategic Planning & Execution: Leads the development and execution of global account strategies, including multi-year agreements, tailored go-to-market plans, and performance metrics. Identifies and leads profitable growth opportunities through cross-selling, upselling, and strategic account planning.
+ Customer Relationship Management: Maintains a continuous pulse on customer satisfaction, site-level performance, and evolving business needs. Empowers and is accountable for delivering long-term client partnerships, driving profitable revenue growth, and delivering integrated, customer-centric solutions across Caterpillar divisions.
+ Cross-Functional Leadership: Aligns internal stakeholders-including Product, Operations, CI, and Support teams-to deliver on customer commitments. Collaborates cross-functionally with internal teams to coordinate seamless service delivery and strategic execution.
+ Empowered Decision-Making: Exercises empowered and strategic decision-making authority to support customer solutions, balancing risk, responsiveness, and business acumen to drive results in complex, high-impact environments.
+ Forecasting & Incentives: Oversees PINS customer forecasting and ensures incentive programs are directly tied to customer performance metrics.
+ Risk Management: Ensures consistency and compliance in global agreements, mitigating risk while maximizing value delivery.
**What You Have - Skills and Experiences:**
Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
+ Champions, models and directs an organization's commitment to externally focused decision-making tied to customer business needs and satisfaction.
+ Provides customer focused vision, strategy and leadership that exceeds customer expectations.
+ Persuasively articulates the link between customer focus and enhanced business success to stakeholders.
+ Teaches others to foster customer relationships based on mutual understanding, respect, trust and 'business partnering'.
+ Develops 'best practices' to create, evaluate and enhance customer loyalty that are sought by others within and outside the organization.
+ Consults with senior executives regarding critical success factors and details to being a customer focused organization.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
+ Works to create a climate that values and rewards good oral and written communication.
+ Communicates effectively with diverse audiences, using appropriate media and language.
+ Monitors developments in communications tools for potential use by organization.
+ Writes reports, articles, or books for distribution to the business or professional community.
+ Ensures important messages are clearly understood.
+ Coaches others on methods of improving their own communications.
Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.
+ Leads complex, high-impact or volatile negotiations involving high business risks.
+ Advocates a win-win approach to negotiating.
+ Explains appropriateness of using adversarial negotiating versus joint problem-solving techniques.
+ Overcomes resistance to the negotiation process.
+ Teaches others the subtleties of negotiating strategic or high-impact agreements.
+ Negotiates complex matters involving multiple parties.
Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
+ Oversees key client reviews to assure service and relationship satisfaction.
+ Coaches others in the value, issues, and methods of client partnering.
+ Collaborates with clients in the pursuit of common business objectives.
+ Maintains status information on major developments in client or partner environment.
+ Works directly with clients to discern business trends and their implications.
+ Fosters a climate conducive to establishing positive working relationships with outsiders.
Value Selling: Knowledge of the principles and practices for selling products, technology and services; ability to provide overall product/service 'value' and to differentiate support offerings that address clearly understood customer needs.
+ Delivers bottom-line proof with credible third-party validation that proposed solutions deliver benefits of greater value than the competition.
+ Researches customer's industry, strategies, environment and plans to support their business needs.
+ Builds loyalty and 'partner versus vendor' relationships by helping customers understand, diagnose and resolve their complex business issues.
+ Provides analysis tools to identify, quantify and qualify business issues and solution value components to help clients assess alternative business proposals.
+ Provides highly solicited mentoring to various organizations regarding all aspects of 'value selling'.
+ Presents compelling business cases for very complex business issues, shifting proposed solution focus from cost to overall value (benefits/payback).
**Additional Information:**
+ This role requires an in the office 5-day-a-week work schedule.
+ Travel is required.
+ This position is eligible for relocation assistance.
**Benefits:**
This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to Caterpillar's long-term incentive plan.
**Posting Dates:**
September 27, 2025 - October 6, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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Group Account Director, VIC
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We’re MiQ, a global programmatic media partner for marketers and agencies. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, so you will be too. No matter the role or the location, we’re all united in the vision to lead the programmatic industry and make it better.
We are looking for a highly driven, self-motivated individual with exceptional sales acumen and interpersonal skills that is success oriented and passionate about the programmatic and digital industry.
As a Group Account Director, your main responsibilities will be:
Delivering Numbers
Leverage experience, relationships, and client knowledge to craft unique MiQ story and tailor client conversations, leading to buy in
Identify and build relationships with decision makers within a range of media agencies
Accurately forecasts quarterly performance levels, paces to forecasted revenue and can provide weekly forecasts highlighting key opportunities
Responsible for delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets commensurate with sustainable growth strategy
Utilise an entertainment budget to engage with your client portfolio regularly
Plans for team output and delivers to goals with consideration of annual and quarterly growth objectives
Planning & Organising
Actively scan the horizon and identify opportunities, key accounts, and gaps in the market
Balance between short- and long-term wins to maintain an even pace/growth
Easily distinguish between the least and most promising leads and focus efforts accordingly
Manage upwards, keep senior stakeholders up-to-date, and keep all parties in the know
Holds team accountable to high performance using forecast
Adapt communication style to lead pitch differently based on who’s in the room
Persuading & Influencing
Act as a “trusted advisor” to clients; clients reach out to you as a sounding board
Models how to lead major client meetings and drive engagement
Understand and leverage what drives clients, to deepen the relationship
Build credibility by educating clients on new things, broadening their perspective
Act as an industry evangelist for automated, data-driven audience acquisition
Product Knowledge
Utilize industry and competitor knowledge to position MiQ and successfully challenge competitor offers
Able to propose creative solutions for clients on the fly
Consistently articulate product position strategies and key selling messages
Coaching & developing team
Manage any direct reports, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and have clear objectives/development paths
Manage workload across the team, to ensure complete portfolio coverage and customer satisfaction
Represent and advocate for reports within Senior discussions/ meetings
Assume responsibility for quality of service and act as an escalation point for team
What you’ll bring
Track record of success in the Melbourne digital ad sales market
Strong experience of leading and working as a team in achieving revenue goals
You have demonstrated experience with adtech and/or SaaS and strong technical acumen
Ability to inspire and guide a team towards a shared goal
You have a range of existing agency relationships
High degree of self-motivation and drive to succeed as part of a team
Eagerness to work in a highly collaborative and fast paced environment
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Direct agency experience, either as customer, partner or employee
Alignment with MiQ's core values/culture
A can do' attitude to provide energy, drive and enthusiasm
A can-do attitude, with a dream to grow alongside us.
We’ve highlighted some key skills, experience and requirements for this role. But please don’t worry if you don’t meet every single one. Our talent team strives to find the best people. They might see something in your background that’s a fit for this role, or another opportunity at MiQ.
If you have a passion for the role, please still apply.
What’s in it for you
MiQ is incredibly proud to foster a welcoming culture. We do everything possible to make sure everyone feels valued for what they bring. With global teams committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we’re always moving towards becoming an even better place to work.
Values:
Our values are so much more than statements. They unite MiQers in every corner of the world. They shape the way we work and the decisions we make. And they inspire us to stay true to ourselves and to aim for better. Our values are there to be embraced by everyone, so that we naturally live and breathe them. Just like inclusivity, our values flow through everything we do - no matter how big or small.
We do what we love - Passion
We figure it out - Determination
We anticipate the unexpected - Agility
We always unite - Unite
We dare to be unconventional - Courage
Benefits:
Every region and office has specific perks and benefits, but every person joining MiQ can expect:
A hybrid work environment
New hire orientation with job specific onboarding and training
Internal and global mobility opportunities
Competitive healthcare benefits
Bonus and performance incentives
Generous annual PTO, paid parental leave, with two additional paid days to acknowledge holidays, cultural events, or inclusion initiatives
Employee resource groups designed to connect people across all MiQ regions, drive action, and support our communities
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Business Development Manager
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"This is a role for someone who wants to make a real impact-working with a great team, representing iconic brands, building deep customer partnerships, and contributing meaningfully to Brown-Forman's growth in Australia. If you're a proven leader with sharp commercial instincts, a passion for the liquor industry, and the drive to succeed-we want to hear from you.
**Meaningful Work From Day One**
As a Business Development Manager at Brown-Forman, you will lead a high-performing team of seven Business Development Executives (BDEs), driving commercial outcomes across a portfolio of iconic spirits and Ready-To-Drink (RTD) brands. This is a dynamic, field-based leadership role where you'll build capability, strengthen customer relationships, and deliver against both short-term sales goals and long-term strategic business objectives.
**What You Can Expect**
+ Lead the BDE team to deliver Stripped Net Sales (SNS) targets and grow on-premise share through new contracts and strong P&L outcomes.
+ Coach and mentor your team to uphold best-in-class execution standards, including maintaining monthly call rates, sales call process, negotiation support, and Short-Term Incentive (STI) achievement.
+ Delivering impactful Quarterly Sales Briefing and Planning sessions at branch/state level.
+ Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key Retail and On-Premises customers.
+ Support BDEs in crafting compelling, insight-led proposals that align customer needs with brand strategies.
+ Drive commercially sound negotiations using deep market knowledge and strong customer insights.
+ Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Category, and Finance teams to bring customer-specific programs to life.
+ Champion Brown-Forman's sales process in every customer interaction, coaching others to do the same.
+ Deliver on any assigned projects to assist in delivering continuous improvement outcome
+ Serve as a trusted leader, coaching and influencing both internal and external stakeholders to deliver best-in-class outcomes
**What You Bring to the Table**
+ Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing field sales teams in the liquor or FMCG sector.
+ A people-first leadership approach that inspires, empowers, and holds teams accountable to deliver outstanding results.
+ Strong coaching mindset with the ability to uplift capability across execution, customer engagement, and commercial acumen.
+ Skilled at creating a culture of trust, feedback, and continuous improvement-balancing challenge with support.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence, motivate, and lead through change.
+ Familiarity with tools and processes that support team performance, such as CRM systems, performance metrics, and field coaching plans.
+ A passion for growing others and shaping the next generation of sales leaders.
+ Deep understanding of the Australian liquor landscape, including market, channel, and shopper dynamics.
+ High personal accountability, a solution-focused mindset, and a consistent drive to deliver results.
+ Knowledge of the spirit industry is highly desirable and will be seen as a strong advantage.
**Who We Are**
We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.
**What We Offer**
Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.
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Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.
Business Area: Europe, Africa, APAC Division
Function: Sales
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Melbourne
State: Victoria
Country: AUS
Req ID: JR-
Business Development Manager

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**Job Number**
**Job Category** Sales & Marketing
**Location** Courtyard by Marriott Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens, 50 Batman Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3003VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
**JOB SUMMARY**
Responsible for proactively soliciting and managing group/catering-related opportunities. Actively up-sells each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity. Achieves personal and team related revenue goals. Ensures business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery. Responsible for driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience. Provide service to our customers in order to grow share of the account on behalf of the company.
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
- High school diploma; 2 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; no work experience required.
**CORE WORK ACTIVITIES**
**Understanding Markets & Maximizing Revenue**
- Identifies new group/catering business to achieve personal and property revenue goals.
- Understands the overall market - competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them.
- Closes the best opportunities for the property based on market conditions and property needs.
- Monitors same day selling procedures to maximize room revenue and control property occupancy.
- Gains understanding of the property's primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.
**Conducting Daily Sales Activities**
- Responds to incoming group/catering opportunities for the property that are outside parameters of the Event Booking Center.
- Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.
- Uses sales resources and administrative/support staff effectively.
- Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).
**Providing Exceptional Customer Service**
- Supports the company's service and relationship strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience.
- Services our customers in order to grow share of the account.
- Executes and supports the company's Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards.
- Provides excellent customer service consistent with the daily service basics of the brand.
- Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event.
- Partners with Event Management and/or Operations in providing a customer experience that exceeds the customer's expectations.
- Sets a positive example for guest relations.
- Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Attends pre- and post-convention meetings to understand group needs, obtain feedback on quality of product (e.g., rooms, meeting facilities and equipment, food and beverage), service levels and overall satisfaction.
- Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event.
- Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to the company.
**Building Successful Relationships**
- Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (e.g., Event Booking Center, Market Sales, Strategic Accounts) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative.
- Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc.
- Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities.
- Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Provides accurate, complete and effective turnover to Event Management.
**Additional Responsibilities**
- Utilizes intranet for resources and information.
- Conducts site inspections.
- Creates contracts as required.
- Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
At Courtyard, we're passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It's what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it's why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We're looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve - all while having fun.
In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
Business Development Manager

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Do you thrive in high-impact B2B sales roles?Are you excited by the potential of AI and generative tools to transform legal practice?Be part of LexisNexis' next growth chapter - where legaltech meets AI innovation!
About our TeamAt 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 small law to mid law to Large Enterprise & 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, small-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:
LexisNexis and be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and customer success!
Apply now and take the next step in your career!
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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
Business Development Manager

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At LexisNexis, we're more than a legal and professional services company - we're a team of thinkers, doers, and problem solvers. With 11,800 colleagues in over 150 countries, we're using cutting-edge technology, including AI, to power real change in the legal and compliance industries.Here in the Regulatory Compliance team, we've built a culture that works hard, celebrates wins, and genuinely enjoys the ride. Think high-energy team collaboration, a healthy dose of fun, and big rewards for those who bring the hustle.
About the Role
This is not your average BDM gig. We're looking for a driven self-starter with a hunter mindset who lives for the thrill of new business. You'll lead the charge in expanding our reach in the compliance sector, connecting with decision-makers, and delivering smart, tailored solutions that make a difference.If you're a confident communicator who thrives on activity and can turn conversations into opportunities - we want to meet you.
Reporting to the BDM Team Lead, this is a permanent full-time role to be based either Melbourne, Brisbane or Sydney with the possibility of combined home/office-based arrangements to have flexible work-life balance.
Responsibilities
+ Driving new business and uncovering new opportunities
+ Building authentic, value-based relationships with clients
+ Using our sales methodology to guide the full sales cycle
+ Collaborating closely with a high-performing, supportive team
+ Leading client meetings, demos, and solution presentations
+ Negotiating deals and getting creative with proposals
+ Contributing ideas, energy, and momentum to a fast-moving sales team
Requirements
+ 3+ years of B2B sales experience with a background in Business, Finance, tech sales or a related field
+ Proven experience smashing BDM targets, ideally in the compliance or legal tech space
+ A strong track record managing full sales cycles end to end
+ Top-tier presentation and communication skills
+ Confidence engaging with C-level stakeholders in a consultative manner
+ Solid CRM skills (Salesforce knowledge = bonus points)
Work in a way that works for youWe 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 youWe 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:
+ Base + uncapped commissions (yes, really)
+ Discounted Health plan rate and Optical Assistance
+ Life assurance and income protection
+ Option to buy additional Annual Leave days
+ Volunteer leave and wellness initiatives
+ Birthday leave
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Flexible working arrangements
+ Benefits for you and your family
+ Access to learning and development resources
About the BusinessLexisNexis 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:
are looking to fill this role as soon as possible - apply now to be considered.
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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
Business Development Manager - Sales
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**Job Number**
**Job Category** Sales & Marketing
**Location** Sheraton Melbourne Hotel, 27 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3000VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
**JOB SUMMARY**
**JOB SCOPE**
Reporting directly to the Director of Sales, the BDM is responsible for proactively soliciting group and catering opportunities with significant revenue potential. Actively up-sells each business opportunity to maximize revenue opportunity. Achieves personal and team related revenue goals. Ensures business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery. Responsible for driving customer/guest loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer/guest experience. Provides service to customers to grow the account on behalf of the company
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
High school diploma or GED; 2 years' experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
OR
2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Understanding Market Opportunities & Driving Revenue**
Targets group and catering accounts, markets, or segments with heavy emphasis on proactive solicitation and account saturation.
Partners with group and catering counterpart to effectively manage the business opportunity.
Identifies, qualifies, and solicits new group and catering business to achieve personal and each property's revenue goals.
Focuses efforts on new group and catering accounts with significant potential sales revenue.
Develops effective group and catering sales plans and actions.
Understands the overall market - competitors' strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand etc. and knows how to sell against them.
Closes the best opportunities for the property based on market conditions and individual property needs.
Uses negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts.
**Providing Exceptional Customer Service**
Handles complex business with significant revenue potential as well as significant customer expectations.
Builds and strengthens relationships with existing and new customers to enable future bookings. Activities include sales calls, entertainment, FAM trips, trade shows, etc.
Develops relationships within community to strengthen and expand customer base for group/catering sales opportunities.
Supports brand's Service and Relationship Strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience.
Provides excellent customer service in order to grow share of the account.
Executes brand's Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards.
Executes and supports the business Customer Service Standards and property's Brand Standards.
Participates in and practices daily service basics of the brand.
Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by assisting the customer and ensuring their satisfaction before and during their program/event.
Serves the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services that best meet their needs and exceed their expectations, while building a relationship and loyalty to the property and brand.
Gains understanding of the property's primary target customer and service expectations; serves the customer by understanding their business, business issues and concerns, to offer better business solution both prior to, and during the program/event.
**Building Successful Relationships**
Works collaboratively with off-property sales channels (e.g., Event Booking Center, Market Sales, Strategic Accounts) to ensure sales efforts are coordinated, complementary and not duplicative.
Manages and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
**Additional Responsibilities**
Utilizes intranet, Linkedin Navigator, Knowland for resources and information.
Conducts site inspections and hosts events / attends exhibitions
Creates contracts as required.
Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence) if required
**MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES**
**Leadership**
Adaptability - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace.
Communication - Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods.
Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions, develop and evaluate alternatives and solutions, solve problems, and choose a course of action.
Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values.
**Managing Execution**
Building and Contributing to Teams - Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
Driving for Results - Sets high standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.
Planning and Organizing - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.
**Building Relationships**
Coworker Relationships - Interacts with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organisational goals and lasting relationships.
Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer needs and actions consistent with the company's service standards.
Global Mindset - Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.
**Generating Talent and Organizational Capability**
Organizational Capability - Evaluates and adapts the structure of own assignments and suggests improvements to work processes to best fit the needs and/or support the goals of an organizational unit.
Talent Management - Provides support and feedback to help individuals develop and strengthen skills and abilities needed to accomplish work objectives.
**Learning and Applying Professional Expertise**
Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others.
Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations.
Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct.
Sales Ability: Persuasiveness - Using appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of a product, service, or idea from prospects and clients.
Sales Disposition - Demonstrating the traits, inclinations, and outlooks that characterize successful salespersons; exhibiting behavior styles that facilitate adaptation to the demands of the sales role.
Sales Implementations - Driving and supporting the implementation of sales strategies and systems; seeking and taking appropriate actions on feedback; taking responsibility for implementation success.
**Basic Competencies** - **Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities** .
Basic Computer Skills - Uses basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).
Mathematical Reasoning - Demonstrates ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
Oral Comprehension - Demonstrates ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Reading Comprehension - Demonstrates understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Writing - Communicates effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
**Additional Responsibilities**
Meet the grooming standards of the hotel as set out in the Associate Handbook.
Maintain company confidentiality, ensuring that business dealings within the organization are not discussed with outside parties.
Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We've been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you're a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be 'The World's Gathering Place'. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global team, and **become** the best version of you.
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EOI - Business Development Managers
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EOI - Business Development Managers
At KBR - We do things that matter.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
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KBR in Australia
With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.
The Opportunity:
KBR is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from highly skilled and experienced defence Business Development Managers (BDM's) to support with the identification and qualification of business opportunities that align with KBR's strategic plan and business goals.
As a BDM for KBR, you will be responsible for Identification and Opportunity Assessment Stages of the Growth Lifecycle, focusing on developing customer affinity, shaping customer requirements, and for positioning the company for success.
Note: this EOI will be used to talent pool for any future BDM requirements. Suitable applicants will be contacted once a live position arises.
Responsibilities:
Some key responsibilities of a KBR BDM include, but are not limited to:
+ Building and maintaining market intelligence and identifying entry strategies to grow KBR's position in the Department of Defence and other, relevant, Federal Government Departments.
+ Establishing KBR within external networks and working with the KBR ADSS Corporate Affairs team to raise the brand awareness of prospective clients, partners, and other stakeholders.
+ Maintaining relationships with existing clients and developing new client contacts, especially in the Department of Defence and other, relevant Federal Government Departments.
+ Leading and managing pursuits consistent with the KBR Business Development Process, through Stages 1 and 2, from early shaping activities through to handover to a Capture Manager in Stage 3 (Capture Planning).
+ Demonstrating accountability for pursuit outcomes, from identification and qualification, through to handover to a Capture Manager, and supporting the remainder of the capture process until contract signature.
+ Establishing and qualifying a pipeline of opportunities and maintaining reporting using KBR's customer relationship management (CRM) platform (Salesforce).
+ Assisting clients to identify and articulate their requirements and designing outcome focused solutions.
+ Assisting in the development of partnerships within the guidelines of the KBR ADSS Strategy, and as approved by the Director, in support of new business opportunities.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Essential:
+ Tertiary qualifications in technical fields or equivalent experience in Defence or national security operations
+ Extensive and relevant network across Defence, Federal Government, Industry, or Academia
+ Familiarity with Defence, Defence Capability, and Defence Sustainment projects
+ Highly evolved communication skills with the ability to effectively influence stakeholders.
+ A values-based leadership style, with an ability to champion the KBR brand internally and externally
Desirable:
+ Operational experience with Australian Defence Force capabilities
+ Business development experience in the Defence and national security market
All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.
What we will offer you:
· A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
· Flexible working
· Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
· Paid parental leave
· Income protection
· Corporate rewards
· Salary packaging/Novated leasing
· Employee stock purchase plans
· Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
· Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
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Corporate Business Development Manager
Posted 15 days ago
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About our TeamAt 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:
LexisNexis and be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and customer success!
Apply now and take the next step in your career!
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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
Manager, Business Development - NSW
Posted 18 days ago
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As a Business Development Manager for NSW, your primary role is to drive business growth by developing and implementing local sales strategies. You will leverage and expand existing relationships with distributors, installers, and end users within the data cabling market. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of your territory, managing your time independently while receiving support from nationwide and international sales, technical specialists, and customer service teams.
Our Team
You will be part of a dynamic sales division, collaborating closely with nationwide and international teams including sales, technical specialists, and customer service/purchasing professionals. This integrated support network empowers you to effectively serve your territory and customers. The role reports directly to the Regional Sales Director for ANZ.
What You Will Do
- Meet or exceed your financial targets through proactive sales efforts.
- Mentor and cultivate strong relationships with consultants, end users, installers, and distributors.
- Provide timely and accurate reports on sales activities, project status, and pipeline updates.
- Collaborate with the Customer Service team to ensure effective pricing and delivery processes.
- Liaise with Technical Support teams to ensure prompt resolution of all customer queries.
- Research and advise on relevant local marketing initiatives and event opportunities.
- Work alongside the ANZ sales team to promote Molex Connected Enterprise Solutions as the supplier of choice for end users, installers, and consultants.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Minimum of 5 years' direct sales experience within the IT or Data Networking industry.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing growth-oriented sales plans.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to anticipate, plan, prioritize, and self-monitor workload.
- Flexible, enthusiastic, and driven by continuous self-improvement with a positive contribution mindset.
- Willing and able to travel regionally to meet with customers as needed.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Direct experience in SCS/IP Infrastructure or Physical Layer solutions.
- Background in managing distributor relationships.
- Good understanding of the ACT marketplace and local business environment.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
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