Business Development Manager – North Brisbane

About the role

Collette is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead premium guided travel growth in the North Brisbane territory. Reporting to the Director of Field Sales, this field‑based role focuses on prospecting, building partnerships, and converting opportunities into long‑term commercial value.

Key responsibilities

• Drive new business by acquiring travel agency partners and expanding existing relationships.
• Build awareness and advocacy for Collette as a leader in premium small‑group guided travel.
• Deliver engaging presentations, training and in‑person meetings with agents and consumers.
• Identify local growth opportunities and activate targeted marketing initiatives.
• Represent Collette at industry events, trade shows and sales meetings.
• Work closely with the Director of Field Sales ANZ on performance and opportunity planning.

Required profile

• Proven experience and success in a competitive sales or business development environment (travel industry experience highly regarded).
• History of high‑level achievement and overcoming obstacles.
• Comfortable prospecting, opening new conversations and building relationships.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to convert opportunity into results.
• Confident presenter and communicator in both one‑to‑one and group settings.
• Proactive, positive, professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel within the territory, including overnight stays, and a valid driver’s licence.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission, bonus plans and sales incentives.
• Opportunity to represent a genuinely premium, purpose‑led travel brand.
• Supportive, family‑owned culture with a strong focus on learning and development.
• Chance to help shape Collette’s continued growth and leadership in Australia.