Business Development Manager

Ausloans Finance Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Drive Approved on the Gold Coast is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to identify and onboard new automotive and finance accounts. You’ll build a robust pipeline, nurture long-term B2B partnerships, and represent Drive Approved as a trusted growth partner.

Ideal candidates bring proven B2B sales experience, a hunter mindset, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple opportunities independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven business development or B2B sales experience, ideally within finance, automotive or vehicle broking.
• Hunter mentality with a track record of winning new accounts.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple opportunities at once.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, target and onboard new business accounts.
• Build a sustainable pipeline of new opportunities.
• Generate consistent lead flow to support the Drive Approved network.
• Develop long-lasting B2B relationships built on trust and results.
• Represent Drive Approved as a trusted partner in finance and automotive.

Skills

Business development

B2B sales

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

Drive Approved is growing, and we're looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to drive and connect with new accounts and build the relationships that fuel ongoing growth. If you're a natural hunter who thrives on new business, loves building genuine B2B relationships, and knows how to turn a conversation into a long-term partnership, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

About Us

Drive Approved is a vehicle buying and brokerage business based on the Gold Coast. We specialise in helping customers across Australia purchase their next vehicle with confidence.

Backed by the success of Ausloans' in the national finance network, we combine vehicle sourcing expertise with market-leading finance solutions to deliver a seamless customer experience.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for someone who wants to grow with us.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you'll be at the front line of our growth strategy, responsible for:

• Identifying, targeting and onboarding new business accounts.
• Building a strong, sustainable pipeline of new business opportunities.
• Generating consistent lead flow to support the wider Drive Approved network.
• Developing long-lasting B2B relationships built on trust and results.
• Representing Drive Approved as a trusted partner in the finance and automotive industry.

What We're Looking For

• Proven business development or B2B sales experience, ideally within finance, automotive or vehicle broking.
• A genuine hunter mentality with a track record of winning new accounts.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple opportunities at once.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Passion for building partnerships in the automotive and finance industry.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Drive Approved, you're not just another salesperson. You'll be joining a business that is investing heavily in growth, technology, and people.

You'll have the backing of a strong team of Vehicle Brokers, ongoing support from experienced professionals, and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career in a thriving industry.

If you're driven to win new business and want to build lasting partnerships in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.