Group Partnerships Manager

Our purpose is to make skills, education and employment accessible to every person, so they can create their own world of unbounded possibilities.

About The BUSY Group…

The BUSY Group is a not-for-profit organisation which presents 45 years experience as a community partner.  With multiple business entities operating across 100+ locations Australia-wide and now in New Zealand and the United Kingdom, we offer an extensive range of employment services and programs, vocational training, apprenticeships, mentoring, NDIS, disability employment support, specialist schools and allied health services.

About the role...

This isn't your typical partnerships gig — this is where industry meets influence.

As our Group Partnerships Manager, you'll be the connector who brings industry associations, employer groups, peak bodies, and government stakeholders together to create real impact. One day you're co-designing initiatives with a national industry association, the next you're presenting workforce solutions to an employer network or briefing a local MP to drive visibility and influence.

The Group Partnerships Manager is responsible for building and nurturing strategic relationships with industry associations, employer networks, and the VET sector, ensuring The BUSY Group's services are front-of-mind where workforce and skills challenges are being solved. This role positions The BUSY Group as a trusted partner to associations and their members, identifying collaboration opportunities and shaping initiatives that respond to industry-wide needs such as skills shortages, diversity and inclusion, and youth employment. Through proactive engagement, market insights, and high-impact presentations, you'll help expand our reach, deepen industry trust, and strengthen our reputation as a leader in employment services and skills development.

What your week might look like:

• Meet with a national industry association to explore how BUSY can support their members with workforce and training solutions.
• Represent BUSY at a state-level chamber of commerce event, building visibility and influence.
• Co-design initiatives with employer groups and associations that address critical workforce challenges.
• Collaborate with BUSY program leaders to align proposals with industry needs — from apprenticeships to employment pathways.
• Brief an MP on association-driven initiatives and showcase the local impact of BUSY's programs.
• Deliver presentations that resonate with association boards, employer members, and community forums.

This role is permanent full time based at our Southport Head Office or East Brisbane office.

BUSY Benefits…

• Competitive salary; Circa $120k + company car + super
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Paid Parental Leave, Retail Discounts, Annual My BUSY Day
• Training and Professional development commitment
• Career progression and internal transfer opportunities
• BUSY Benefits program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tools of the trade to support your individual role

A bit about you...

• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships with government officials and policy makers
• Established corporate, industry and political networks with the ability to open doors to new business opportunities
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships across government, industry, and corporate sectors
• Extensive knowledge of the Australian Apprenticeships, VET, Employment Services, and Disability Employment Services sectors
• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify market trends, analyse data, and drive innovative growth strategies
• Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality business proposals and government briefings
• Although the position predominately operates within an agreed geographical area the incumbent may be required to travel across areas as required to achieve business goals
• Ability to obtain a Blue Card, open drivers licence and National Police Check

Next steps...

This role will actively commence recruitment from the date of advertisement. The closing date of this ad is dependent on the appointment of the role.

The BUSY Group is an organisation that prioritises the safeguarding of children and all vulnerable people by actively adopting strategies that embed a culture of zero tolerance for abuse of any kind. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening including criminal history and relevant working with children checks.

The BUSY Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from First Nations People, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.