Strategic Business Development Manager in Melbourne

Strategic Business Development Manager in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time 135000 - 165000 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
C

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive enterprise sales for cutting-edge AI solutions and engage with top executives.
  • Company: Global tech leader at the forefront of AI transformation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped earnings, flexible work, and ongoing career development.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture with genuine opportunities for progression.
  • Why this job: Join a fast-growing AI market and make a real impact on businesses.
  • Qualifications: 8+ years in enterprise sales with a strong track record in technology deals.

The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.

AI is reshaping the way enterprise organisations operate, and our client is at the forefront of that transformation. A global technology leader is looking for a commercially astute Strategic Business Development Manager to identify, develop and close high-value enterprise opportunities for a portfolio of AI-powered workflow, analytics and decision-support solutions. This is a genuine hunter role, engaging C-suite executives within some of Australia's largest organisations and helping them unlock measurable business value through responsible AI adoption.

The Role

  • You’ll own the complete enterprise sales cycle, building relationships with senior decision-makers and leading strategic opportunities from initial engagement through to close.
  • Key responsibilities include:
    • Winning new enterprise business across Australia
    • Engaging CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, COOs and other executive stakeholders
    • Identifying AI use cases that deliver measurable commercial outcomes
    • Leading complex, multi-stakeholder sales engagements
    • Building compelling business cases around AI, automation and digital transformation
    • Working closely with product, solution consulting and AI specialists
    • Developing strategic account penetration plans and long-term growth opportunities

About You

  • You’ll be a proven enterprise sales professional with a passion for new business and emerging technologies. You’ll bring:
    • 8+ years' success in enterprise new business sales
    • A strong track record of closing complex, high-value software or technology deals
    • Experience engaging and influencing C-level executives
    • An understanding of AI, SaaS, analytics or enterprise technology solutions
    • Outstanding commercial acumen, presentation and negotiation skills
    • A consultative, strategic approach to enterprise sales

Experience selling AI-enabled platforms, enterprise SaaS, legal technology, data, analytics or digital transformation solutions would be highly regarded.

The Rewards

  • $170-200k base salary
  • Uncapped OTE circa $300k
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Ongoing learning and career development
  • The opportunity to represent market-leading AI technology with significant investment and demand
  • A collaborative, high-performing culture with genuine opportunities for progression

If you're an experienced enterprise hunter looking to capitalise on one of the fastest-growing AI markets in Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Strategic Business Development Manager in Melbourne employer: Certus Recruitment Group

Join a pioneering company in satellite-enabled IoT connectivity, where your role as Director of Network Operations will not only drive operational excellence but also contribute to a purpose-driven mission that positively impacts people and the planet. Enjoy a flexible work environment in the heart of Adelaide, with a culture that champions collaboration, personal growth, and well-being, alongside comprehensive health benefits and support for mental health. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing team while shaping the future of connectivity in remote areas.

C

Contact Details:

Certus Recruitment Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Strategic Business Development Manager in Melbourne

Enterprise Sales
Business Development
C-level Engagement
AI Solutions Knowledge
SaaS Expertise
Analytics Understanding
Commercial Acumen