Director, Corporate Membership

About us

At the South Australian Business Chamber we believe the fundamental role of business is creating a vibrant, dynamic and sustainable society. As the independent, representative voice of employers and business owners in South Australia, we exist to create the best possible environment for them to succeed through providing them with knowledge and advice, connecting them with the biggest business network in South Australia and advocating on their behalf on key issues affecting business. With a proud history dating back to 1839, we are the oldest Chamber of Commerce in Australia,

About the role

Reporting to the General Manager Sales and Marketing, you'll lead the growth of Corporate clients, focusing on building and expanding our membership base, increasing sales, and enhancing member engagement. Your role involves significant business development activities to grow Corporate memberships while understanding and supporting member needs.

You will ensure our members derive maximum value from their membership, and actively promote our products, services, and programs to help them achieve their goals.

You will also help execute the regional membership strategy and establish partnerships with regional business networks including councils and associations.

With a focus on face-to-face engagement, acquisition and retention of members, you'll drive growth and satisfaction among our Corporate members..

About you

We are seeking an experienced account manager with a passion for business development and delivering member satisfaction .You will have a strong personal network and experience operating in a B2B environment. A connection to growth sectors in the South Australian economy such as Tech, Defence, Space, Bio-Med, Advanced Manufacturing would also be an advantage.

You must be approachable, a motivated self-starter and confident in your ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. You will be extremely organised and proficient in the execution of your sales plans, management of your pipeline and achievement of targets. Your ability to seek out opportunities and convert leads are a key focus to achieving the KPIs for this role.

Outstanding communication, a natural ability to engage, a professional and proactive approach and a thirst to learn are essential qualities to ensure success in this role.

You will possess a positive attitude, an ethical approach and easily build rapport and trust. Collaboration across departments is a key focus. You will care about delivering an exceptional member experience and are experienced in developing networks, customer relationships and know your way around a CRM system.

Culture and benefits

A career with Business SA will offer you a rewarding experience. We want to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and compensated. We do this by providing a range of employee benefits, including:

• Flexible work opportunities

• Birthday leave day

• Ability to purchase an additional week of leave

• Novated lease arrangements for purchasing motor vehicles offering potential savings

• Free and confidential counselling services for all the family

• Discounted health insurance through Medibank

• Flu injections for all employees

What is next

For more information on the Corporate Director Membership role and for a copy of the Position Description please go to If you have any questions, please email Megan Kloeden (General Manager People and Culture) at . Please submit your letter of application, outlining your experience and your CV, detailing your relevant experience in a similar position, via the apply button by no later than close of business Monday, 6 May 2024.