Business Development Associate (Fast-Track Progression to Event Sales Manag at Business Show Media Ltd

Newtown, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Business development, Lead generation, Relationship building, Communication, Negotiation, Prospecting, Pipeline management, Target-driven, Resilience, Networking, Client relations, Event sales

Industry

Events Services

Description

Business Development Associate (Fast-Track Progression to Event Sales Manager) Location: Newtown, Sydney (Office-Based) Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 base (DOE) + uncapped commission OTE (Year 1): $80,000 – $100,000 Top Performers: $130,000+ Contract: Full-time, Permanent About Us At Business Show Media, we don’t just run events, we create opportunities for businesses to grow. As a global events company, we connect entrepreneurs, SMEs, and industry leaders through world-class exhibitions across London, Las Vegas, Miami, Sydney, and Singapore. Our Sydney office is growing quickly, and we’re building a team of ambitious, high-energy individuals who want to be part of that journey. The Opportunity This is the starting point for a high-earning, fast-paced sales career. As a Business Development Associate, you’ll be responsible for generating new business opportunities, connecting with decision-makers, building early relationships, and creating a strong pipeline for the sales team. This role is designed for progression. High performers will quickly move into closing roles, with a clear path toward becoming an Event Sales Manager. If you’re hungry, competitive, and want to earn well while accelerating your career, this is where it starts. What You’ll Be Doing Proactively sourcing and qualifying new business opportunities Reaching out to decision-makers via phone, email, and LinkedIn Building relationships with potential exhibitors and sponsors Understanding client needs and identifying relevant event solutions Booking qualified meetings and handing over warm leads to the sales team Keeping pipeline activity organised and up to date Working closely with sales and marketing to drive growth Who You Are We’re looking for driven, career-focused individuals who are ready to work hard and be rewarded for it. Confident and comfortable speaking to people every day Energetic, resilient, and target-driven Competitive with a strong desire to earn Motivated to build a long-term career in sales Interested in business, entrepreneurship, and events Graduates and working holiday visa candidates are encouraged to apply. Previous sales experience is a bonus, but not essential - attitude and work ethic are what matter most. What You’ll Get $55,000 – $65,000 base salary Uncapped commission (OTE $100,000 – $140,000 in Year 1) Top performers earning $150,000+ Full training and continuous development Clear progression into Event Sales and Event Sales Manager Opportunities to work on major Australian and international events A fast-paced, high-performance team environment Regular incentives, rewards, and team socials Ready to Apply? If you’re hungry to succeed, willing to put in the work, and want to build a career where you can earn well and progress quickly - this is your opportunity. Apply now and take your first step toward becoming an Event Sales Manager.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for proactively sourcing and qualifying new business opportunities while building relationships with potential exhibitors and sponsors. Additionally, you will manage your sales pipeline and coordinate with the team to drive growth for international events.