Overview Business Development Associate – Travel & Accommodation Location: Melbourne Type: Full-time Salary: A$70,000.00/yr - A$75,000.00/yr + Super + Quarterly Bonus Potential About the Company Our client is an innovative and rapidly expanding business within the accommodation and travel sector. With operations across multiple regions, they are recognised for their modern approach, customer-first mindset, and commitment to growth. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at an exciting stage of expansion, offering plenty of scope for career development. Why Consider This Role? Competitive base salary plus incentives Staff discounts and lifestyle benefits Flexibility, including the ability to work from home when business allows Additional wellbeing and volunteering leave days A supportive, social and collaborative team culture Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing business The Opportunity We are seeking a driven and proactive Business Development Associate to join the commercial team. This role will focus on identifying and developing new corporate partnerships, securing long-term business, and driving revenue growth. The position will suit a confident sales professional with strong relationship-building skills, a commercial mindset, and a passion for creating opportunities. Occasional travel may be required. Key Responsibilities Identify, prospect and convert new business opportunities through a range of sales methods. Manage the full sales cycle — from initial contact through to contract agreement and client handover. Support tenders and proposals, ensuring professional and timely submissions. Negotiate commercial terms and secure agreements that drive growth. Collaborate with internal teams to maximise opportunities and ensure smooth onboarding. Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities and market activity. Stay across industry trends and developments to uncover new opportunities. About You Previous experience in business development or sales , ideally in a service-driven industry. Proven ability to source, build and convert a pipeline of opportunities. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Commercially minded, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach. Experience in accommodation, travel or related industries (Highly Regarded) Note: This description reflects the originally provided role details and excludes extraneous postings and non-applicable content. #J-18808-Ljbffr