Business Manager

**About the Role**
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for animals and technology? The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) is seeking a Business Manager to lead the Australasian Animal Registry (AAR) - one of Australia’s largest microchip registries, with over 4 million animals registered.

This is a senior leadership role, reporting to the General Manager, Finance & Administration, where you will oversee both the operational and commercial strategy of the AAR. With a strong focus on sales growth, partnerships, and client engagement, you’ll play a critical role in driving sustainable revenue, expanding market reach, and delivering outstanding service to our members and customers.

**Key Responsibilities**
This is a leadership position with a broad remit. Reporting to the General Manager, Finance & Administration, your responsibilities will include:

- Leading AAR’s commercial strategy to drive revenue growth and market expansion
- Identifying and securing new business opportunities, partnerships, and clients
- Preparing tailored sales presentations and proposals that demonstrate AAR’s value
- Representing AAR at industry events and forums to grow brand presence and networks
- Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the AAR data entry and customer service team
- Ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and maintaining up-to-date procedures
- Monitoring sales performance, registration trends, and customer analytics
- Managing budgets, supplier relationships, invoicing, and licence renewals
- Providing timely support to internal stakeholders and resolving escalated customer issues
- Leading and developing a high-performing team through coaching and clear direction

**About you...**
You’re commercially astute with strong operational and team leadership experience. You thrive on identifying opportunities, creating meaningful partnerships, and ensuring the seamless delivery of services. You will bring:

- Proven experience in sales or business development, ideally in the animal services, tech or not-for-profit sectors
- A strong customer service ethos with the ability to resolve issues and influence stakeholders
- Experience in data analysis with a focus on continuous process improvement
- Confidence in using Microsoft Office and CRM/reporting tools
- Experience in managing teams and operations to achieve targets and outcomes

**Why join the RAS?**
At the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, you’ll be part of a not-for-profit organisation with a proud 200+ year history of supporting and celebrating Australian agriculture. Working with us means contributing to a legacy of excellence while helping deliver programs and services that make a real impact.
**Benefits include**:

- Work-life balance and flexible arrangements
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- Salary protection insurance
- Subsidised superannuation life insurance premiums
- Generous Employee Assistance Program
- Free onsite parking at Sydney Olympic Park
- Complimentary tickets during the Sydney Royal Easter Show
- Entry into staff draws for Sydney Showground events
- 15% discount at the onsite café
- Staff engagement events and wellness programs
- Exclusive Sydney Olympic Park membership program

**About us...**
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been an influential force in the direction and development of Australian agriculture through competitions, education and events since its foundation in 1822.

The RAS manages the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Royal competitions, the RAS Foundation, Australasian Animal Registry and Sydney Showground, which hosts a huge range of events and professional sporting codes including AFL and Cricket

**How to Apply...**
- Why do you wish to work for the RAS?
- Describe how your professional background will prepare you for this role

**Our Values**

**Respect | Ownership | Achievement | Honouring our Past | Embracing our Future