At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead business development to enhance early learning services and community partnerships.
- Company: Join MercyCare, a leading not-for-profit supporting Western Australians.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, childcare discounts, professional development, and wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Inclusive culture that values diversity and offers excellent career pathways.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Business acumen, strong communication skills, and knowledge of funding regulations.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
When you join MercyCare, you become part of something bigger than a job. You join a community of people who show up for Western Australians at the moments that matter most - from early learning and disability support to family, community and aged care services. We live by our values of respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence and courage, and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and vulnerable people in our community.
In this role, you’ll combine your business knowledge and relationship-building skills to support the success of our Early Learning Services. From enhancing the family experience and strengthening local community partnerships to overseeing financial performance and government funding, you’ll help ensure our centres remain responsive to community needs and financially sustainable.
With a balance of strategic planning and hands-on support, you’ll work closely with Centre Managers to improve occupancy, monitor performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across our services.
You’re commercially minded, curious about what’s next and enjoy turning ideas into practical results. You bring strong financial and business planning skills, an understanding of the sector’s regulatory and funding landscape, and the ability to balance big-picture thinking with the details that keep services running smoothly.
You’re a confident communicator who builds trusted relationships, collaborates across teams and uses market insights to spot opportunities. You’re also comfortable navigating budgets, resources and competing priorities, with a proactive approach to managing risk, maintaining compliance and creating a safe workplace.
Your key experience will include:
- Tertiary Qualification in Children’s Services, Education or a related field is preferred but not required
- Strong regulatory environment and government funding knowledge
- Drivers Licence
- Working with Children Check
- National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)
You'll become part of an inclusive, Western Australian Not For Profit team. Our MercyCare Promise focuses on our people being connected and empowered to make a positive difference in the heart of our local communities. Joining us means you’ll have access to:
- Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $15,900 plus over $2,000 meal and entertainment benefits
- Childcare discounts for your little ones
- A supportive, values led culture where collaboration, learning and recognising people’s contributions matter
- Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations
Mercy Care values individuality. If you experience neurodiversity or live with a disability and would like accommodations to apply contact us.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, genders and sexualities.
Business Development Lead in Perth employer: Mercycare
At MercyCare, we pride ourselves on being more than just an employer; we are a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of Western Australians. Our inclusive and values-driven culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering generous benefits such as salary packaging, extensive leave options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. Join us in a role where your compassion and expertise can truly make a difference in the lives of young people and vulnerable communities.
