School & University Business Development Manager

Venue Co.; King's Newton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a School & University Business Development Manager, driving national partnerships with schools and universities. This role involves securing business, building relationships, and promoting event packages. Ideal candidates will have experience in event sales and a strong understanding of education events.

Benefits

Flexible work environment – office, venue & remote

National impact with local execution

Qualifications

• 3+ years in event sales, hospitality, or education events.
• Strong understanding of school/university event cycles.
• Experience with CRM and event platforms (iVvy a bonus!).

Responsibilities

• Secure and grow business with high schools & universities nationwide.
• Build strong relationships with career advisors & education event planners.
• Drive strategic outreach and revenue growth.

Skills

Sales skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

3+ years in event sales, hospitality, or education events

Tools

CRM platforms

Event platforms

Job description

School & University Business Development Manager

Apply now Job no: 524328
Work type: Salaried
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Categories: Sales, Marketing

Ready to bring your sales skills to the education sector? Join Australian Venue Co. as our School & University Business Development Manager, driving national partnerships with schools and universities across our portfolio of iconic venues.

What You'll Do:

Secure and grow business with high schools & universities nationwide

Build strong relationships with career advisors & education event planners

Tailor and promote event packages for formals, open days, and uni events

Collaborate with venue teams to deliver seamless experiences

Drive strategic outreach and revenue growth

What We’re Looking For:

3+ years in event sales, hospitality, or education events

A strong understanding of school/university event cycles

Confident communicator & relationship builder

Experience with CRM and event platforms (iVvy a bonus!)

Self-driven, organised, and nationally focused

Why Join AVC?

National impact with local execution

Flexible work environment – office, venue & remote

Be part of a fast-growing, people-first company

Apply now to turn connections into unforgettable events across Australia!

Advertised: 15 May 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 29 May 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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