Business Development Manager (Social Enterprises)

About the Opportunity

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with WISE Employment and directly shape the future of our Social Enterprises?

Our three Social Enterprises across Victoria, NSW, and Tasmania play a vital role in our mission by operating successful commercial businesses that create meaningful open labour market employment for people with disabilities.

We are seeking a driven, commercially minded Social Enterprise Business Development Manager to lead the strategic expansion and diversification of our Social Enterprise portfolio. In this key position, you will bridge commercial success with social purpose—driving sustainable revenue growth while creating transformative opportunities for disadvantaged community members.

Perks of Joining WISE

• Competitive salary with Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (tax savings)
• Four Wellness Days (1 every quarter), and opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Various health and lifestyle initiatives and benefits
• Access to discounts from leading retailers through Flare
• iPhone and laptop included

What You’ll Be Doing (Key Accountabilities)

• 50% Commercial Growth & New Business Acquisition: Lead end-to-end tendering processes, negotiate contracts, and commercialize innovative strategies to expand our portfolio rapidly.
• 25% Strategic Growth & Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with key customers, local government, and aligned partners while securing public and private sector funding.
• 20% Financial & Project Management: Apply robust commercial judgment to ensure tenders meet growth and profitability goals, and oversee the seamless transition of new wins into operations.
• 5% WISE Role Model: Embody WISE values, maintain strict WHS compliance, and champion customer-centric service across all internal and external touchpoints.
• What Success Looks Like in This Role
• We are looking for a colleague who naturally aligns with our core capabilities:
• Customer Centricity & Empathy: Every decision you make prioritises the customer experience and community impact.
• Growth Mindset & Curiosity: Inquisitive by nature, always seeking innovative ways to evolve our services and build new skills.
• Creativity & Problem Solving: Confident asking questions, collaborating, and solving complex business challenges.
• Adaptability & Resilience: Comfortable navigating change and overcoming obstacles to deliver game-changing outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• 5+ years of experience in operational or business development management.
• Proven success in tender writing/winning, high-level negotiation, and commercial acquisition.
• Strong business acumen with experience running commercial operations.
• Ability to work independently, a valid Driver’s Licence, and a willingness to travel interstate.

Desirable

• Background in facilities management services (including or beyond cleaning and grounds maintenance).
• Experience with local government procurement.
• Direct experience developing or scaling social enterprises.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about expanding our social footprint while delivering strong commercial results, we would love to hear from you!

To apply or find out more: Please submit your internal application with up-to-date resume and cover letter.

To be considered, you must

Have full Australian working rights

Hold a full Australian driver’s license

Be willing to obtain a National Police Check

Be able to pass a Working with Children Check

Demonstrate the WISE attributes: Customer Centricity, Curiosity, Resilience, Adaptability, Creativity and a Growth Mindset

Be willing to complete a pre-employment assessment

Visit our website here to learn more about WISE.

We are Inclusive!

WISE is recognised by the Diversity Council Australia as an “Inclusive Employer 2024/2025”. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, candidates with a disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.

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