Hybrid Sport & Community Growth Manager

Club Builder the Grant Professionals; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Club Builder the Grant Professionals in Melbourne seeks a results-driven Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition and growth within the Australian sport and community sector.

You will lead consultative sales conversations, build lasting relationships with clubs and associations, manage renewals, extensions and upgrades, and collaborate with delivery teams to ensure value, governance and successful outcomes. Hybrid office-based role with real impact.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development and sales growth.
• Strong interpersonal skills and client relationship management.
• Ability to translate client needs into actionable proposals.

Responsibilities

• Build and convert a qualified pipeline with prospective clubs and associations.
• Retain and grow existing client relationships, managing renewals and upgrades.
• Sell the complete service portfolio, including planning, development, funding strategy and grant services.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure smooth handovers to delivery teams.
• Protect delivery quality and commercial outcomes with disciplined pricing and scope management.

Skills

Business development

Client relationships

Negotiation

Sales strategy

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Club Builder the Grant Professionals in Melbourne seeks a results-driven Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition and growth within the Australian sport and community sector.

You will lead consultative sales conversations, build lasting relationships with clubs and associations, manage renewals, extensions and upgrades, and collaborate with delivery teams to ensure value, governance and successful outcomes. Hybrid office-based role with real impact.