Business Development Manager

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Business Development Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Build Outward Bound's corporate client base
• Includes some travel to the magnificent Marlborough Sounds
• Contribute to making better workplaces

Outward Bound’s Anakiwa home base is located in the stunning Marlborough sounds.  It's where many New Zealanders of all ages and abilities arrive each year to challenge themselves and seriously push their comfort zones.  Their aim is to create better people, communities and in turn a better world through experiential learning surrounded by New Zealand’s beautiful bush, mountains and waterways.
  
The Role
Outward Bound are embarking on a journey of growth and this role will play an integral part in that success.  With a diverse range of course offerings now available from Women in Leadership, to Mindfulness, to their traditional 21 day course, Outward Bound is on the hunt for an exceptional Business Development Manager to continue to work within the corporate sector and build the client base to the next level. 
  
In this role you will work closely with the Sales Manager and CE to identify and develop new business opportunities. You will use your superior relationship skills to educate New Zealand businesses on the importance of team development and learning outside of the classroom.  Working in close collaboration with a team of talented and experienced facilitators, you will help tailor the Outward Bound offering to ensure your clients receive unforgettable and life changing experiences. You'll also have the incredible opportunity to host your clients on site too!
  
About You
To fit in with us, you’ll be passionate about people, you will be someone who enjoys networking, hosting clients, have the gift of the gab and the ability to close a deal.  Most importantly, all of this is done with a high degree of trust, and integrity and authenticity. 

You are someone who is highly motivated, strategic and creative in your approach with the big picture in mind to continually be thinking of ways for Outward Bound to evolve to insure it’s long term sustainability.  You’re action-oriented and outcomes focused.

You Will

• be passionate about people, purpose driven and an absolute brand evangelist
• have exceptional people skills to influence and engage at CE and SLT level
• be a confident communicator and demonstrate an engaging and open style
• be widely networked and develop strategic commercial partnerships with ease
• have a love of the outdoors and a deep understanding of the benefits of experiential learning
• be solutions focused and have a proactive mind-set. 

To Apply

We would like to hear from you right away, so if you think this sounds like you, don’t hold back, apply now with your CV by clicking the apply button below.
Or contact me directly to have a further chat at [email protected]