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Business Development Manager

Job Posted 3/8/2025
Connect2Care
Melbourne, Melbourne 3001
Category Consultant
Job Description

Melbourne, Australia Posted on 19/02/2025

Connect2Care started as a passion for two physiotherapists and has now become one of the fastest-growing allied health companies in Australia, with services nationwide. As a registered NDIS health provider, Connect2Care provides a range of community-based, allied health services to people of all ages and abilities.

Purpose of the Position:

Connect2Care is ready to take on the next challenge and expand further into other areas of the health sector. The position will emphasise strategic sales growth, business expansion, and establishing partnerships within but not limited to the NDIS sector.

Specific Accountabilities
  • Develop, execute, and oversee a business strategy that prioritises growth and positive stakeholder experiences.
  • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Research and analyse markets, including changes, for presentation of key growth opportunities to the Board.
  • Be involved in tender writing applications.
  • Deliver on measurable outcomes.
  • Work alongside internal teams to ensure the full sales cycle is executed operationally.
Specific Attributes
  • Have knowledge across the sector to understand and drive new business opportunities.
  • Have experience in Business development within any of the Healthcare, NDIS, Aged Care or Education Sectors.
  • Business development managers need a minimum bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, finance, accounting, marketing, or related fields.

This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Employees are expected to perform other job-related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business.

Requirements

To apply for the role, you will need to have or be able to obtain the following:

  • Relevant Tertiary Qualification in business management, finance, accounting, marketing, or related fields.
  • Experience in Business Development in the Healthcare, NDIS, Aged Care or Department of Education sectors.
  • Police Check and International Police Check (only applicable to individuals who have lived overseas).
  • High IT literacy with experience in Microsoft Office 365.

At Connect2Care, we don't just look at your qualifications; we look at the person as a whole, ensuring you are the right fit for the role & company. Connect2Care values the following qualities in their employees:

  • A strong work ethic and professional manner.
  • Good communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Highly organised, with exceptional time management and the ability to prioritise tasks.
  • Flexible, with the ability to adapt and respond to an ever-changing environment.
  • A go-getter attitude, showing initiative and a proactive approach to work.
  • Works well in a team.
  • Friendly, positive and approachable manner.
  • Client-centred care, tailoring responses to the needs of the client.
  • Exhibit and show an understanding of inclusion and cultural sensitivities.
  • Clearly defined career progression opportunities.
  • Necessary hardware and tools.
  • Toll pass for work-related travel.
  • Annual leave loading included.
  • Opportunity to learn and be supported by a large administration team.
  • Social events, including team building and well-being activities.
  • Unlimited drinks and snacks at all offices.