Business Development Manager

About MEGT

At MEGT, we are a proud Australian not-for-profit that's helped over one million people kickstart amazing careers since 1982

Our purpose is to inspire individuals and empower businesses and communities to create life changing opportunities through lifelong learning and meaningful employment for all.

The MEGT Difference

We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and understand the importance of work life balance.  Here are some of our meaningful benefits to support you and your career at MEGT:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Fully maintained company car
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Know someone great? Refer them and earn a $500 MEGT My Benefits voucher
• Generous leave entitlements, including 3 paid Christmas close-down days
• Exclusive discounts on private health insurance (HCF, Bupa, Medibank)
• Corporate travel rates for personal use
• Option to buy or cash out annual leave
• Salary packaging available (non-PBI)
• Ongoing development with study support
• Employee Assistance Program (includes Nurse on Call)
• Retail and entertainment discounts
• Pro-rata long service leave after 7 years

The Opportunity

Based from Port Macquarie, Newcastle, Tuggerah, Ultimo, Parramatta, Wollongong or Orange, and reporting directly to the State Service Delivery Manager, the Business Development Manager will work closely with various levels of management within the Recruitment and Management Services (RMS) Division.

This is a strategic business development role in which you are required to proactively acquire new clients and sell tailored workforce solution services to foster the growth of the RMS Division.

The role will closely partner and collaborate with a variety of diverse stakeholders  (internal and external) to  understand the unique challenges of our clients and to offer an MEGT service  that creates employment solutions that change lives for the better.

About you

You will be an ambitious and driven self-starter with a strong background in business development and a solid network of potential clients? We are seeking a candidate with the following knowledge, experience and abilities:

• Sales Acumen: Demonstrate a high level of sales expertise, understanding client needs, and effectively selling value propositions.
• Results-Oriented: Proven track record of successful client acquisition and superior business development skills.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the VET sector, including current trends and factors influencing the apprenticeship sector.
• Sector Experience: Experience within the Construction, Manufacturing, and IT sectors is desirable.
• Relationship Management: Active management of customer relationships to achieve sustained success.
• Networking: The ability to build a strong network of relationships with large national organizations, RTOs, Employer Associations, etc.
• Communication Skills: Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the State Leadership Team, to increase market share.
• Digital Literacy: High proficiency in various Microsoft Suite applications and programs.
• Driver's License or ability to travel

MEGT is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm as we have zero tolerance of racism, discrimination, harm, or abuse. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which includes a National Police Check, State/Territory Working with Children Check, reference checks, verify your right to work in Australia and confirmation of qualifications.

The MEGT Commitment

At MEGT, people are at the heart of everything we do, and we believe that investing in our people drives our success.

Our values—United, Savvy, Trailblazers, and Thrive—guide our culture and the way we work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Child Safe Organisation, committed to a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including women, First Nations People, veterans, individuals with disability, and people from minority groups, to find their ME with MEGT. Learn more about our commitment here.

How to Apply

Ready to find your ME with MEGT? Click 'Apply' to submit your application.

If you need support with your application, would prefer to apply in another format, require assistance in applying or have questions about the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at or call