Business Development Manager

Be inspired everyday – let your work make a difference
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More than one million Australians trust HESTA with their money. HESTA is a top-performing industry super fund working for real-world impact. We use our expertise and influence to deliver strong long-term returns while accelerating our contribution to a more sustainable world.
HESTA is also an inspiring and rewarding place to work. That's because what we do makes a difference to the lives of our members. The people who work at HESTA are not only exceptional at what they do, they're focused on living and creating a strong organisational culture. We're an industry super fund dedicated to the people who keep our communities going. People who provide some of the best health, education and community services in the world are HESTA members – and we are proud to serve them.

The opportunity – 'Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life' #careerswithimpact 

Shape the Future for our members

Are you an experienced Business Development Manager who wants to make a real difference while driving commercial success? We're seeking a strategic relationship builder to help write our next chapter in the financial advice & employer sectors.

As a key member of our Business Development team, you'll leverage your deep industry knowledge to:

• Build and nurture relationships with financial advisers and licensees
• Drive the distribution & growth of HESTA's superannuation products and services
• Work strategically with our Business Growth team to convert employer opportunities
• Contribute to member-focused initiatives alongside our Member Engagement team

About You:

• Proven track record in business development within financial services, ideally within superannuation
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and demonstrated ability to overcome market challenges
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities
• RG 146 certified
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle required

What Sets You Apart:

• Deep relationships within the financial advice community
• Track record of successfully building adviser partnerships from the ground up
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments
• Commercial acumen balanced with strong ethical principles
• Passionate & motivated about driving member growth

Why HESTA?

• Work with purpose in an organisation committed to its members
• Join a collaborative culture focused on innovation and growth
• Competitive remuneration package and car allowance

If you're ready to leverage your experience to build something meaningful while driving commercial success, we want to hear from you.

Benefits that matter and make a difference for our employees

• Leave for those moments that matter, an additional 6 days of leave at the end of year, up to 6 days paid volunteer leave, gender neutral paid parental leave of 20 weeks, Gender Affirmation leave, reproductive health and wellbeing leave, Cultural and Ceremonial leave. Access your LSL after 3 years, take AL at half pay, and purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave (just to name a few).
• Your Professional development matters, up to $5k per year professional development and up to 8 days professional development leave, HESTA scholarships and free access to a range of premium learning tools.
• Your health and wellbeing matters, free annual flu shots and skin checks, incredible social events throughout the year and a comprehensive employee assistance program available 24/7.
• Your financial wellbeing matters, 15% super, financial planning support, end of year payment for all Enterprise Agreement-covered employees, incentivised Employee Referral Program and novated lease options.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures and abilities. We welcome and support applications from First Nations people, physically, neuro or culturally diverse, LGBTQI+, and people of any age. We are proud to be WGEA accredited as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equity. 

We want all candidates to feel safe, included and provided with the best opportunity to thrive, if you require reasonable adjustments during your application or throughout the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of the Talent team and we'll call you to discuss. 

We'll close applications when we find the right person, so get in quick before you miss this opportunity.

Please note: Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position 
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