Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

  • Work behind the scenes of world-class events with the Adelaide Convention Centre
  • Take the next step into your career of Event Sales
  • Join AVM national team and build your career in business events

Adelaide Venue Management (AVM) is South Australia’s leading provider of venue management services. It is responsible for operating three of Adelaide’s most iconic venues: Adelaide Convention Centre (ACC); Adelaide Entertainment Centre (AEC); and Coopers Stadium (CS); in addition to functions and events at The Drive.

As South Australia’s home of business events, Adelaide Convention Centre is where global conferences, major exhibitions, gala banquets and other milestone celebrations come to life. Recognised as one of the world’s most versatile and innovative meetings and events venues, the Centre achieved triple honours at the prestigious 2025 Australian Business Event Awards, judged Australia’s Best Convention & Exhibition CentreVenue Team of the Year and Overall Best Team in the industry.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive national sales team where you can build your experience and make a real impact. We’re looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to join our local team on a 12-month maternity leave contract and help drive new business while building strong relationships with clients.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for identifying new opportunities, responding to enquiries, preparing proposals and securing bookings. You’ll work closely with internal teams to deliver great client experiences and ensure every opportunity is well managed from enquiry through to confirmation.

We’re looking for someone who is confident communicating with people, naturally proactive and motivated to achieve results. You’ll enjoy building relationships, spotting opportunities and finding solutions that work for clients. This role would suit someone with around three years of experience in business events or venue sales who is ready to grow their career in a fast-paced sales environment. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is important when business needs require it.

For more specific information regarding the position requirements and selection criteria, please refer to the Position Description embedded within the advertisement on this site

Why Join Us?

  • Full time salaried position
  • Work within and learn from a well-resourced, experienced and supportive team
  • CBD location close to public transport and in the heart of the riverbank precinct
  • Uniform supplied & laundered at no cost to you
  • Discounted parking at the ACC
  • State government superannuation

Apply Now!

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter via SEEK or the AVM Careers Website, addressed to: June Suwanvisan, Talent Coordinator

Key Dates

-  Applications close at 12 noon (Adelaide Time) on 10 April 2026

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Adelaide Venue Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team member

 

Position Description - Business Development Manager - May 2024.pdf (168 kB)
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