Business Development Manager

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to drive business growth, build strategic partnerships, and develop new opportunities within the Australian mortgage industry.

The ideal candidate will have direct experience working within the Australian mortgage or lending ecosystem and a strong background in business development, partner acquisition, relationship management, BDM, or sales.

This role requires someone who can independently identify opportunities, build and maintain professional relationships, and consistently contribute to measurable business development outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Australian mortgage and lending market.

• Build and maintain relationships with mortgage brokers, aggregator groups, lending professionals, and other relevant industry partners.

• Proactively generate leads and manage opportunities throughout the business development cycle.

• Develop and maintain a strong network within the Australian mortgage industry.

• Conduct regular communication and follow-ups with prospective and existing partners.

• Understand partner requirements and identify opportunities for collaboration and business growth.

• Manage the sales pipeline and ensure opportunities are followed through effectively.

• Contribute directly to revenue growth, partner acquisition, and other measurable business development outcomes.

• Maintain accurate records of business development activities, opportunities, and partner relationships.

• Represent the organization professionally and maintain a high standard of integrity in all business interactions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Direct experience within the Australian mortgage industry.

• Proven experience in business development, partner acquisition, BDM, relationship management, or sales.

• Strong verbal English communication skills, with communication ability assessed through a live interview.

• Demonstrated ability to generate, develop, and manage business opportunities independently.

• A proven record of measurable business development or sales outcomes.

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.

• Professional integrity and the ability to handle business relationships responsibly.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent communication and follow-through.

• Candidates should be able to demonstrate practical involvement in business development activities rather than only supporting administrative or operational functions.