Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: Permanent Location: Melbourne Job Ref: ****** About the role Ansvar Australia , who are proudly part of the Benefact Group , are looking for a SME Business Development Manager to join our Melbourne office.
As an SME Business Development Manager you'll be accountable for delivering profitable growth across Ansvar's SME portfolio by building strong relationships with brokers, cluster groups and networks that can generate sustainable volumes of business aligned with Ansvar's underwriting appetite and core sectors.
Why join us?
We are embracing significant organisational change and need innovative thinkers and change makers who want to shape the future, not just be part of it.
Your Voice Matters : Work directly with decision-makers who champion fresh ideas and where you can make a genuine impact.
Diverse Opportunities: As a nimble, dynamic organisation, you'll gain exposure to challenging projects and cross-functional skills.
Meaningful Work: From our Community Education Programme to protecting heritage buildings and partnering with faith-based and community organisations, your work will make a tangible difference.
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, ambitious culture committed to making a difference and working towards a more sustainable future.
Ranked amongst Australia's Top 40 Best Workplaces to Give Back in ****, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities, with all of our profits going to charity and good causes.




What you'll be doing Build and strengthen relationships with brokers, cluster groups and networks that have the potential to deliver sustainable volumes of SME business Deliver broker training on Ansvar's products, sectors of specialism and underwriting appetite, and keep distribution partners up to date with product and service enhancements Maintain a strong portfolio-level pipeline focused on opportunities that can deliver meaningful and sustainable growth Represent Ansvar at broker, cluster group and network conferences, industry events, seminars, trade fairs and awards as required Use market engagement to strengthen relationships, identify emerging portfolio opportunities and increase awareness of Ansvar's SME proposition and specialist appetite What you'll need to have At least five years' sales, relationship management or business development experience in the general insurance industry, ideally within SME or commercial lines, with a proven track record of delivering profitable growth.
Strong broker relationship management experience, with the ability to build credibility with brokers, cluster groups and networks.
Experience developing and executing targeted growth plans across brokers, sectors, regions and networks.
What we offer A market-competitive salary - let's discuss it Versatile, Hybrid working in modern CBD offices Generous industry performance bonuses Generous annual leave plus birthday, well-being, paid parental, volunteering

📌 Business Development Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Benefact Group
📍 Melbourne