Business Development Officer

Job Description:

Business Development Officer – Pathology Services
Fitzroy, Melbourne | Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a driven and relationship-focused Business Development Officer to join St Vincent’s Pathology. In this role, you will act as the key liaison between our pathology services and a diverse client base, while identifying and securing new business opportunities.

You will work closely with hospitals, medical centres, specialists, and community providers to strengthen partnerships, grow service utilisation, and support the continued expansion of our pathology network.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients across hospitals, medical centres, and healthcare providers

• Identify and develop new business opportunities to expand service reach

• Act as the primary point of contact for client engagement and service support

• Develop and implement marketing and growth strategies

• Monitor client satisfaction and identify opportunities for service improvement

• Support business administration and reporting activities

 The classification for this position will be HS4

About You

You are a proactive and commercially minded professional with a passion for healthcare and relationship management.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or marketing, ideally within the healthcare or pathology sector

• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills

• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

• Understanding of pathology services and laboratory processes (highly regarded)

• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities

• Current National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

• Salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay

• Company car, phone, and laptop provided

• Flexible working arrangements

• Opportunity to work within a leading healthcare organisation

About St Vincent’s Pathology

St Vincent’s Pathology is a fully accredited laboratory network providing comprehensive diagnostic services across Melbourne. Our Fitzroy laboratory operates 24/7 and is supported by multiple community-based facilities.

We are committed to excellence in patient care, innovation in diagnostics, and strong partnerships across the healthcare sector.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a respected, mission-driven organisation that values Compassion, Justice, Integrity, and Excellence. You’ll contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
 

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Diversity and inclusion are central to our mission.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
 

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). 

Closing Date:

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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