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Senior Business Development Manager - Sydney Join to apply for the Senior Business Development Manager - Sydney role at Skills Group Senior Business Development Manager - Sydney 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Senior Business Development Manager - Sydney role at Skills Group Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Remote - Sydney Job Category: Other At Skills, we build talent and prepare a skilled, future-fit workforce to drive personal, organisational, and industry success. We are currently seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to join our team in a permanent, full-time capacity. This role is responsible for driving revenue growth by developing and managing strategic client relationships, leading sales initiatives, and expanding Skills Group’s presence across the APAC region. You will play a critical role in identifying and securing new opportunities while maintaining long-term client relationships. Please note: The role needs to be based out of Sydney Job Description What you'll be doing: Develop and execute strategic business development plans to expand Skills Group’s reach in APAC. Identify and cultivate new business opportunities, securing high-value clients across key industries. Lead contract negotiations and close high-value deals that align with the organisation’s strategic objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with government bodies, industry associations, and key decision-makers. Oversee pipeline management, ensuring consistent revenue growth and meeting key performance targets. Monitor competitor activities and market trends, adjusting strategies to maintain a competitive advantage. Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product, and delivery, to align business development efforts with organisational capabilities. Represent Skills Group at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. Desired Skills And Experience What you’ll bring: A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent related experience. At least 8 years of experience in business development or sales leadership within APAC. A proven track record in managing high-value accounts and achieving sales targets. Strong knowledge of workforce development, training, and vocational education. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills. The ability to develop and execute strategic business plans that drive sustainable revenue growth. High cultural intelligence and the ability to work in diverse markets. What’s in it for you? A Career Opportunity - Be the key driver in shaping & building Skills Group’s presence in Sydney, across Australia & into the APAC market Career Development - The chance to manage & build out an APAC team once growth targets are achieved Learning & Development – 1 hour of paid learning & development per week, access to LinkedIn Learning, in-house Love Yr Skills workshops, and enrolment in Skills’ learning programmes (Ignite, IMNZ, SoftEd). Help us shape the future across the APAC region Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Skills Group by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Business Development Manager” roles. 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