Business Development Manager

It starts here. With Bendigo Bank... and you.
We've never been 'just a bank'. Just like you should never be 'just an employee'. We're united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we're making it happen.
Your role as a Business Development Manager is to leverage your in-depth lending experience to grow market share by building strong, long-lasting relationships with the local community. Your expertise will be key in developing tailored lending solutions that meet the needs of customers.
With a deep understanding of the local market, lending products and risk management, you'll be the go-to expert in your area. By driving new business and expanding your network you'll make area impact in business growth and the local community.
In this dynamic and high-impact role, you'll make your mark by:
Proactively building a strong pipeline by identifying new opportunities, establishing referral partnerships, and acquiring new customers through strategic networking
Guiding customers seamlessly through the lending process, providing them with confidence and peace of mind as you help them achieve their financial goals
Strengthening your community presence by building your personal brand, nurturing and leveraging existing Community Bank relationships, and expanding your network through active participation in local events
Leveraging your credit analysis expertise and understanding of customer needs to ensure positive lending outcomes and helping to future-proof their financial success
Developing lasting relationships within the community, positioning yourself as a trusted lending expert who's always ready to support your customers' needs
Being a lifelong learner. Bring your brilliant mind, and we'll help you take your career to the next level with on-the-job training and other learning opportunities
Building connections. A role at Bendigo Bank means supporting our customers, giving back and making our communities a better place... while having some fun along the way
This is a permanent, full-time position can be located at the Community Bank in Halls Head, WA.
What you'll bring to the role
To succeed in this role, you'll drive the lending growth by building strong relationships, acquiring new business and becoming the go-to lending expert in the area. We'd love you to have:
Extensive consumer lending experience – this is essential
Strong networks and a proven ability to self-generate new business opportunities
High level of understanding of lending products, policies and regulations
An ability to build relationships and rapport with customers and colleagues quickly, assess their needs and a develop a holistic view of their situation
Highly developed credit analysis skills
An understanding of small business offerings
A self-motivated, high performing approach, with a proven track record of consistently delivering lending growth
Our Community Banking model
Community Banking operates on a shared revenue model based on 'profit-with-purpose'. This approach ensures that the profits generated are reinvested directly into the communities that create them, funding local initiatives such as infrastructure improvements, event sponsorships, and scholarship programs. By joining a Community Bank branch, you become part of a dedicated team focused on promoting local growth and nurturing meaningful relationships. Our branch staff are actively engaged in community events, providing support to small businesses, and addressing the specific needs of the community.
So, why work with us?
Want big impact that matters? Here, you'll know your work directly benefits the customers and communities we all serve.
Want to be more than just a number? Join a team that truly values you – and that gets more and more diverse, every day.
Want career opportunity and flexibility? You can achieve so much here, with flexible policies and a team that believes in you.
You'll also get access to a great range of benefits, including:
Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members
Take your learning to the next level through our corporate university 'BEN U'
We're making better, bigger. And we'll get there with you.
Think you're our newest Business Development Manager? Now's the time to set your sights even higher – on the future you and the future career you deserve.Apply now
We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success, and we're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. To ensure that you feel supported and are set up for success, please don't hesitate to reach out if you require any adjustments to the application or interview processes.
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Screening and interviews may commence prior to closing date.
We are committed to responding to all candidates, regardless of the outcome of your application.
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