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
Join a supportive national sales team where you can grow your career and make a real impact. We’re looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to join our local team and help drive new business, build strong client relationships and secure new bookings.
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 (TD).
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 Centre, Venue Team of the Year and Overall Best Team in the industry.
What You’ll Do
- Identify and develop new business opportunities to drive sales and revenue.
- Respond to client enquiries and prepare tailored proposals and quotations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Manage sales opportunities from initial enquiry through to booking confirmation.
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver outstanding client experiences.
- Proactively follow up on leads and contribute to achieving sales targets.
What We’re Looking For
- Around three years of experience in business events, venue sales or a similar sales environment.
- Strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- A proactive approach to identifying opportunities and securing business.
- Excellent organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A client-focused mindset with a strong drive to achieve results.
- Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard business hours when required.
For more specific information regarding the position requirements and selection criteria, please refer to the Position Description embedded within the advertisement on this site
The perks of working for AVM:
- Full-time salaried position
- Be part of a supportive, innovative and collaborative People Department
- Prime CBD location, close to public transport & the vibrant riverbank precinct
- Discounted CBD car parking when on shift
- 20% discount off Food & Beverage at Home Ground Café when on shift
- State government superannuation and salary sacrifice opportunities
- Volunteer opportunities with our community partners
- Annual AVM Conference and Awards to communicate, celebrate and reward
How to Apply
- Applications, including a brief cover letter and up-to-date resume, may only be submitted via SEEK or the AVM Careers Website, addressed to June Suwanvisan, Talent Coordinator.
- Applications close at 11:30 pm (Adelaide Time) on Friday, 27 November 2026. Early applications are encouraged as the position may be filled before the closing date.
- 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 employees.
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