Business Development Lead | Social & Creative Agency/n Australia-based, flexible/remote

$100,000–$115,000 base + uncapped commission /n An established independent social-first creative agency is looking for a commercially driven, relationship-focused Business Development Lead to support its next stage of growth. /n This is a hands-on individual contributor role for someone with around four to five years of agency-side new business experience. You’ll manage qualified inbound opportunities from the initial conversation through to signed retainer, while building a proactive outbound program focused on brands the agency genuinely wants to work with. /n This isn’t a high-volume or aggressive sales environment. The agency takes a considered approach to growth, with a strong focus on building long-term relationships and finding the right client partnerships.

The role/n You’ll take ownership of the agency’s mid-range new business pipeline, working closely with senior leadership while operating with a high level of autonomy. /n Your responsibilities will include: /n /n

- /n Managing qualified inbound opportunities from initial enquiry through to proposal, negotiation and signed retainer /n
- /n Building and running a focused outbound program /n
- /n Identifying and developing relationships with target brands /n
- /n Creating and maintaining a healthy new business pipeline /n
- /n Leading credentials meetings, proposals, pitches and commercial conversations /n
- /n Supporting senior leadership on larger enterprise opportunities /n
- /n Representing the agency at client meetings, networking events and industry opportunities /n
- /n Working towards agreed growth targets while maintaining a relationship-first approach /n /n An administrative resource handles entry-level enquiries, allowing this role to focus on qualified opportunities and proactive business development. What we’re looking for/n You’re likely working in business development, new business, partnerships or agency growth within a social, creative, digital, content or advertising agency.



/n You’ll bring: /n /n
- /n Around four to five years of agency-side business development or new business experience /n
- /n Experience managing opportunities through the full sales cycle /n
- /n A track record of contributing to new client wins and commercial growth /n
- /n A strong understanding of social media and the services delivered by a social-first agency /n
- /n Existing relationships and credibility with brands, marketers or relevant decision-makers /n
- /n Confidence leading client conversations, proposals and pitches /n
- /n Strong commercial judgement and an understanding of agency pricing and retainers /n
- /n A proactive, self-directed approach /n
- /n A thoughtful and relationship-led sales style /n /n You don’t need to be a Sales Director or Head of Growth. This opportunity will suit someone ready to take greater ownership of a new business function while remaining close to the day-to-day work. Location and travel/n The role is flexible and can be performed remotely from within Australia, working Australian business hours. /n Regular in-person attendance will be required for meetings in Melbourne and Sydney, with occasional travel as the agency continues to grow.

Salary and commission/n The base salary is $100,000–$115,000 plus an uncapped commission structure, depending on experience. /n The commission component discussed with shortlisted candidates. Why consider this opportunity?/n /n

- /n Take genuine ownership of recent business within an established agency /n
- /n Build and shape a growth function rather than inherit a finished playbook /n
- /n Work directly with senior agency leadership /n
- /n Represent a respected social-first creative offering /n
- /n Work flexibly while remaining connected to clients and the market /n
- /n Benefit from uncapped earning potential linked to performance /n /n If you’re an agency new business professional who knows how to turn strong relationships into commercial opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. /n Further information about the agency will be shared with suitable candidates during the recruitment process. /n

📌 Business Development Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Hustle
📍 Melbourne