Business Develpment Manager
Civica UK Ltd, Australia
Job Description
We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.
Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.
As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a Business Development Manager who is a proactive, target-driven individual with a passion for fostering client relationships, driving business growth, and exceeding goals. This role will see you spearhead customer acquisition initiatives across our ArborSafe business that will include assessment and works maintenance products. As a primary business lead, you will be responsible for cultivating new relationships and maintaining existing ones for allocated accounts, driving customer retention, and actively generating leads across Australia.
About You
We welcome your unique talents, please apply for this role if it would make you excited to come to work every day.
Sorry if this sounds cheesy, but we really do want you to bring your whole self to work. There is no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the list below, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. (It’s also a fact that women and underrepresented groups tend to only apply when they check every box)
You’ve the ability to effectively communicate ideas and strategies, coupled with compelling presentation skills. You’ve proven capability in establishing and nurturing relationships across all organizational levels. You’re target-oriented with a demonstrated track record of meeting and surpassing targets and KPIs, including pipeline metrics and opportunity coverage. You’ve proven experience in bid preparation and are proficiency in bid preparation, support, and submission processes. You’ve the ability to adeptly manage sales pipelines, forecasts, and opportunities within CRM systems. You’re an expert in crafting business development plans that yield effective results.
Experience in business development within the software industry, Arboriculture, Local Government, or Facilities Management is highly desirable.
We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. We are an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice and a UK Financial Times Diversity leader for the second year in 2021, rising 400 places and ranking 10th overall in the IT and software sector. We work with leading organisations such as the Tech Talent Charter and White Ribbon
So here at Civica, we look after you. Here’s what you can expect:
Career opportunities - we take great satisfaction in seeing you grow and share your knowledge to other parts of our large business
Flexible work - we have the technology and tools to support a hybrid work environment, with the ability to work from home and the office.
We’re all different - and we love this about us. We provide an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment to all Civicans, new and old
Focus on learning - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best.
Giving culture - we encourage you to give back with benefits such as our Days of Difference leave where you can volunteer for a charity of your choice.