Location:
Newtown, Sydney (Office-Based)
Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Salary:
$55,000 – $60,000 base (DOE) + uncapped commission
OTE (Year 1):
$80,000 – $100,000
Top Performers:
$150,000+
Contract:
Full-time, Permanent
About Us
At Business Show Media, we don't just run events, we create opportunities for businesses to grow. As a global events company, we connect entrepreneurs, SMEs, and industry leaders through world‐class exhibitions across London, Las Vegas, Miami, Sydney, and Singapore.
Our Sydney office is growing quickly, and we're building a team of ambitious, high‐energy individuals who want to be part of that journey.
The Opportunity
This is the starting point for a high‐earning, fast‐paced sales career.
As a Business Development Associate, you'll be responsible for generating new business opportunities, connecting with decision‐makers, building early relationships, and creating a strong pipeline for the sales team.
This role is designed for progression. High performers will quickly move into closing roles, with a clear path toward becoming an Event Sales Manager.
If you're hungry, competitive, and want to earn well while accelerating your career, this is where it starts.
What You'll Be Doing
- Proactively sourcing and qualifying new business opportunities
- Reaching out to decision‐makers via phone, email, and LinkedIn
- Building relationships with potential exhibitors and sponsors
- Understanding client needs and identifying relevant event solutions
- Booking qualified meetings and handing over warm leads to the sales team
- Keeping pipeline activity organised and up to date
- Working closely with sales and marketing to drive growth
Who You Are
We're looking for driven, career‐focused individuals who are ready to work hard and be rewarded for it.
- Confident and comfortable speaking to people every day
- Energetic, resilient, and target‐driven
- Competitive with a strong desire to earn
- Motivated to build a long‐term career in sales
- Interested in business, entrepreneurship, and events
Graduates and working holiday visa candidates are encouraged to apply. Previous sales experience is a bonus, but not essential - attitude and work ethic are what matter most.
What You'll Get
- $55,000 – $60,000 base salary
- Uncapped commission (OTE $100,000 – $140,000 in Year 1)
- Top performers earning $150,000+
- Full training and continuous development
- Clear progression into Event Sales and Event Sales Manager
- Opportunities to work on major Australian and international events
- A fast‐paced, high‐performance team environment
- Regular incentives, rewards, and team socials
Ready to Apply?
If you're hungry to succeed, willing to put in the work, and want to build a career where you can earn well and progress quickly - this is your opportunity.
Apply now and take your first step toward becoming an Event Sales Manager.
Business Development Associate (Fast-Track Progression to Event Sales Manager) in Sydney employer: Business Show Media
Join a dynamic and ambitious team in the heart of Sydney CBD, where your drive for success will be rewarded with a competitive salary and uncapped commission potential. Our vibrant work culture fosters collaboration and personal growth, offering structured onboarding and ongoing sales coaching to help you excel in your career. With regular performance reviews and clear pathways for advancement, you'll have the opportunity to turn your commercial ambitions into reality while enjoying social events and team activities that make work enjoyable.
