Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

• Grow Shannons' presence across a key WA growth market
• Build relationships within the motoring enthusiast community
• Manage events, sponsorships and regional brand initiatives

About the Role

As a Business Development Manager, you will represent the Shannons brand across Western Australia, building strong relationships with customers, clubs, event organisers, and industry partners. Based in Perth, you will create and deliver events that strengthen brand awareness, support business growth, and enhance customer engagement. Working closely with internal teams, including Event Support Underwriters and Regional Development Officers, you will contribute to strategic growth opportunities across a market identified as a key focus area for the future.

What You'll Do

• Develop, plan and deliver motoring and community events that increase brand visibility and customer engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with motoring clubs, industry bodies, event organisers and influential community stakeholders.
• Manage regional event and sponsorship budgets, ensuring activities align with business objectives and commercial outcomes.
• Identify new opportunities to expand brand presence and support lead generation across Western Australia.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver consistent customer experiences and support business growth initiatives.
• Promote safe, compliant and well-governed event operations while maintaining strong risk management practices.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in events, promotions, sponsorships or business development within a customer-focused environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with external partners and internal stakeholders.
• Strong planning, coordination and budget management skills with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
• Confidence using business systems, databases and Microsoft Office applications to manage activities and reporting.
• Knowledge of sales, marketing or customer engagement practices and how they support commercial growth.
• A genuine passion for cars and the motoring community, with an understanding of enthusiast culture and events.

What You'll Enjoy 

Access our award-winning Shine platform – your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition. Shine has been recognised for excellence in employee experience, making it easier than ever to access what matters most to you.

• Performance-based bonuses and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
• Hybrid working, flexible leave, 20 weeks paid parental leave, and up to 5 days paid flexible leave annually
• Paid study support, career breaks, on-the-job learning, and a $1,000 referral bonus for eligible employees
• Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
• Discounts at 400+ retailers, insurance savings, gym memberships, and reduced super fees
• Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
• Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families

Explore our full benefits

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact [email protected] for a confidential conversation. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application directly via the link provided.