Business Development Manager

This new Business Development Manager role is focused on delivering high-impact solutions that drive growth, transformation, and long term value for clients.

The BDM plays a critical role in expanding the client’s market presence by identifying new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and contributing to sustainable revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities aligned with strategic priorities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients
• Develop and manage a pipeline of qualified leads, ensuring consistent conversion to revenue
• Collaborate with consulting teams to shape compelling proposals, bids, and presentations
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities
• Attending regular industry events, networking functions, and client meetings
• Achieve or exceed agreed sales targets and KPIs
• Contribute to broader business development strategy and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience

• Proven track record in business development/sales with a background in the insurance industry.
• Demonstrated ability to generate leads, close deals, and achieve revenue targets
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships at multiple levels
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven mindset
• Confident negotiator who is compliance savvy with the ability to translate regulatory requirements.

What they offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development and training support
• Competitive base salary + company car + phone + medical
• Join a company with a strong growth mindset and ambitious expansion plans.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to combine your insurance industry experience to drive real business outcomes, apply today. If you’d prefer to have a confidential conversation first, feel free to contact Lisa Harkness, Managing Consultant on 022 060 6355.

NOTE to overseas enquiries and non‑NZ residents:
Whereas we welcome international enquiries, only applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand and can make themselves available for interviews in New Zealand will be considered for advertised positions.

To explore other Sales roles in Auckland, feel free to connect with our team to learn more.

At Salt, our mission is Creating Futures by putting our clients, candidates, partners, and team members at the heart of everything we do. We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who has contributed to our continued success.