Business Development Manager

About the role

This is a genuine sales and business development position for someone who enjoys creating opportunities, building relationships and winning new business. You’ll manage the new-business process from initial prospecting through to securing a new management and ensuring a smooth transition to the Property Management team.

Working closely with our experienced Property Management team, you’ll help drive the continued growth of the department while delivering a professional and positive experience for property owners and investors.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and generate new property management opportunities across the Whitsundays.
• Prospect through databases, past enquiries, referrals, local connections and your own network.
• Make outbound calls and initiate conversations with property owners and investors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Arrange and conduct property management appraisals.
• Provide informed advice on rental expectations, management strategies and service offerings.
• Prepare and present property management proposals.
• Confidently discuss management services and fees, negotiate where appropriate and secure new business.
• Follow up consistently to convert leads and opportunities into new managements.
• Coordinate the initial leasing process, including advertising, enquiry management, inspections and securing a suitable tenant.
• Ensure a smooth handover to the ongoing Property Manager.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, prospecting activity and follow-up schedules.
• Develop referral partnerships and professional networks to generate ongoing business.
• Stay informed about local rental market conditions, legislation and industry trends.
• Represent Belle Property Whitsundays professionally within the local community.

About you

We’re looking for a confident, personable and commercially minded individual who enjoys meeting people, identifying opportunities and turning conversations into results.

Your background may be in real estate, property management, leasing, business development, sales, finance, hospitality, customer service or another relationship-focused industry. A traditional real estate career path is not essential, as support will be provided around property management, appraisals and leasing.

You’ll bring:

• Confidence, initiative and a proactive approach to generating opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Comfort with outbound calling, prospecting and presenting to clients.
• The confidence to ask for the business and convert opportunities.
• Persistence, resilience and excellent follow-up skills.
• Strong organisation, commercial awareness and a results-driven mindset.
• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating with a supportive team.
• Professional communication and presentation.
• A genuine interest in property and property investment.
• A current driver's licence.

How to apply

Apply with your resume and a short cover letter outlining a time you created an opportunity, persuaded someone to take action or achieved a result through your own initiative.

For a confidential discussion before applying, contact Reanne Burnett on [0467 414 982](tel:0467 414 982) or email [email protected].