Business Development Manager
At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Business Development Manager to join our dedicated team team.
Location: Fitzroy - With Daily Travel around Metro Melbourne
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time working - 38 hours per week
Salary: $113,691.33 to $118,710.13 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)
What we offer our employees
- Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
- Career development opportunities
- Leave loading of 17.5%
- Flexible working arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year
About the role
As Business Development Manager, you’ll lead the growth of BSL’s flagship offerings:
- Given the Chance – supporting jobseekers facing disadvantage into meaningful employment
- Cross Cultural Consultancy – building culturally capable workplaces
- Advantaged Thinking Training – shifting systems toward empowerment and equity
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive strategic business development and stakeholder engagement
- Co-create tailored training and advisory services
- Lead inclusive recruitment campaigns and employment pathways
- Represent BSL at industry events and forums
- Use data and insights to inform continuous improvement
- Coach and support a team of Employer Engagement Officers
About Brotherhood of St Laurence
We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.
The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.
What we are looking for
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.
To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:
- Proven experience in business development or partnerships in values-led environments
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Understanding of barriers faced by diverse communities
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and child safety
- Empathy with BSL’s mission and values
If this sounds like the right fit for you
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.
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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.
Your application must include:
- A tailored cover letter,
- A current resume showcasing demonstrated skills and experiences, and
- A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description. (optional)
Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.
To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.
If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Michael Coate at Michael.Coate@bsl.org.au for a confidential discussion.
Applications close: Thursday 14th of August 2025 at 11:55pm
We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.
