Business Development Manager - SA

Bridgit; South Australia; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Kudos leave

Life event leave

Two weeks from anywhere

Development budget

Parental leave

Gym membership

Team lunches

Dog-friendly HQ

Job summary

Bridgit, a leading Australian fintech lender, is seeking a Business Development Manager to grow Bridgit's broker network and secure new relationships with mortgage brokers and aggregators. You will guide brokers on loan structures and ensure top-tier service in a fast-paced environment.

This role focuses on building partnerships, achieving targets, and collaborating with internal teams to improve the broker experience. An Australian Driver's Licence is preferred; pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential mortgage lending and sales with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of mortgage products, credit criteria and lending structures.
• Relationship-focused mindset with the ability to build long-lasting partnerships.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; confident in group presentations.
• Collaborative and solutions-focused with attention to detail and results.
• Ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Current non-restrictive Australian Driver's Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of mortgage brokers and foster long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate with aggregator partners to maximise opportunities and alignment of mutual goals.
• Provide expert guidance on loan scenarios and lending structures as a trusted advisor to brokers.
• Represent Bridgit at broker and aggregator events to expand the network and showcase value.

Skills

Mortgage lending

Sales targets

Mortgage products

Credit criteria

Lending structures

Relationship building

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaborative mindset

Autonomous work

Driver's license

Job description

Bridgit is a leading non-bank lender transforming the way Australians access property equity. Purpose-built to make property transactions faster and easier, we pioneered the Buy Now, Sell Later solution - empowering homeowners to unlock their property equity and move on their terms. With a simple digital application, fast approvals, and flexible loan options, we're making property finance seamless and stress-free.

We're now five years old and making huge strides. We've accredited over three-quarters of Australia's broker network, and launched white label solutions with Australia's largest aggregators - Connective, Aussie Home Loans, Finsure, and Loan Market Group - and we're just getting started.

Our momentum has been recognised with awards including Best Growth Story at the 2025 Fintech Awards, the 2025 Finder People's Choice Award for Lending Innovation, Deloitte's Tech Fast 50 2025, and a place among LinkedIn's Top 20 Startups in Australia 2025 & 2026.

The difference you’ll make

The role of Business Development Manager is to drive new business opportunities and expand Bridgit's network of mortgage brokers. You'll play a pivotal role in building long-lasting partnerships, collaborating with our aggregator partners, and providing expert guidance on loan structures to ensure our clients receive exceptional service. If you're relationship-focused, self-driven, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

• Build and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of mortgage brokers, fostering trust and long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate with aggregator partners to maximise opportunities and ensure alignment on mutual goals.
• Provide expert guidance on loan scenarios and lending structures, acting as a trusted advisor to brokers.
• Represent Bridgit at broker and aggregator functions, showcasing our value proposition and expanding our network.

Performance & Reporting:

• Achieve settlement volume targets and agreed KPIs while maintaining a focus on exceptional customer service.
• Track and report on sales performance, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Partner with internal teams to streamline processes, improve the broker experience, and deliver on client needs.

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated background in residential mortgage lending and sales, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in the broker industry.
• Strong understanding of mortgage products, credit criteria, and lending structures.
• A relationship first mindset with the ability to build and nurture meaningful partnerships.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in group presentations.
• Collaborative and solutions-focused, with strong attention to detail and a drive to deliver outcomes.
• Ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A current non-restrictive Australian Driver's License is required.

Bridgit values its team, they are the heart of how we build this business. Along with competitive remuneration, slick offices and the chance to be part of an innovative, agile fintech, we also offer:

• Extra days off: birthday leave, Kudos leave + an additional day of paid leave to be used for life events, celebrations or just a mental health reset.
• Two weeks from anywhere: swap your desk for a change of scenery and work remotely for two weeks every year.
• Training & development budget: a dedicated budget for courses, conferences and learning, plus internal learning programmes.
• Generous parental leave: time to focus on what matters most when your family grows.
• Discounted gym membership: we’ll help cover the cost.
• Catered team lunches and a social calendar packed with events all year round.
• Dog-friendly Sydney HQ office with a rooftop for lunch breaks and team catch-ups.

Ready to make an impact?

A heads-up that because we operate in the financial services space, any offer made will be subject to successful pre-employment screening, including reference checks and a standard police check.