Business Development and Community Engagement Lead

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Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Business Development and Community Engagement Lead

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At Thrive Care Group, we bring together three trusted brands – allcare, Bunji, and SAVVY – each with unique expertise, united by one purpose: to help every person thrive, regardless of age, ability, or condition.

We meet people where they are and help them go further than they imagined possible.

  • allcare delivers compassionate, flexible in-home aged care that keeps people connected to their homes, communities, and independence.
  • Bunji redefines disability support, programs, and experiences with a focus on friendship, cultural respect, and community connection – empowering people to reach their goals.
  • SAVVY offers holistic health and wellness through clinical therapies, rehabilitation programs, group fitness, and personal training – helping people of all ages move well and live well.

Together, we form a collaborative ecosystem of care where clients benefit from a broad range of services, delivered in harmony and tailored to their changing needs. At Thrive Care Group, we don't just provide services – we create opportunities, build connections, and help people thrive.

Thrive Care Group operates on a shared services model, with centralised teams delivering core functions that power our three brands. Our dedicated team of Human Resources, Compliance, Marketing, and Finance functions work collaboratively across the brands, allowing each brand to focus on what they do best – delivering exceptional client outcomes

What We Are Looking For

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building relationships and driving growth in the aged care, disability, and allied health sectors? Thrive Care Group is seeking a dynamic Business Development and Community Engagement Lead to drive our expansion efforts across our trusted brands.

In this role you will identify new opportunities, build lasting partnerships, and support our General Managers in achieving ambitious growth targets. This is a hands-on, relationship-focused role where your ability to connect, communicate, and convert will make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities across aged care, disability, and allied health sectors.
  • Build and nurture relationships with prospective clients, referral partners, and community stakeholders.
  • Lead outreach efforts, attend expos and industry events, and represent Thrive Care Group with professionalism and empathy.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop lead generation campaigns and promotional materials.
  • Provide market intelligence and competitor insights to inform strategic decisions.
  • Support General Managers with growth reporting, sales tools, and brand advocacy training.

About You
  • Demonstrated experience in business development, preferably in community services.
  • Proven success in lead generation, relationship management, and event planning.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and lead tracking tools.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Understanding of aged care, disability, or allied health sectors and their compliance frameworks.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing, or a related discipline.
  • Willingness to travel and attend after-hours events as needed.
  • Current Police Check, two doses of COVID-19 and annual Influenza vaccinations, and a valid driver's licence.

Why join us

As an employee of the Thrive Care Group, some of the benefits you will enjoy include:
  • Wellbeing and health benefits including membership to SAVVY Services, and the Healthy Mind and Body HUB tools and resources to support your wellbeing.
  • Access to financial discounts platforms - Flare.
  • Professional Development Assistance and Study Leave.
  • A Fun and dynamic working environment, including Social events and engagement initiatives.
  • Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real impact to the lives of vulnerable Australians in the aged care, disability, and health sector.

Application process

If you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role - we want to hear from you Please submit via SEEK or Employment Hero, your CV and a cover letter which outlines why you feel you would be a good fit.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted, however will not be contacting any candidates for shortlisting or next steps until early September. At this stage, we expect the interview process to commence in the week starting Monday, 8 September 2025.

Thrive Care Group is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive to create an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.

Our Talent Acquisition team & Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Thrive Care Group isn't responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
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  • Job functionBusiness Development and Sales
  • IndustriesTechnology, Information and Media

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