Business Development Associate (Fast-Track Progression to Event Sales Manager)

Business Development Associate (Fast-Track Progression to Event Sales Manager)

Location: Newtown, Sydney (Office-Based)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 base (DOE) + uncapped commission
OTE (Year 1): $80,000 – $100,000
Top Performers: $130,000+
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About Us

At Business Show Media, we don’t just run events, we create opportunities for businesses to grow. As a global events company, we connect entrepreneurs, SMEs, and industry leaders through world-class exhibitions across London, Las Vegas, Miami, Sydney, and Singapore.

Our Sydney office is growing quickly, and we’re building a team of ambitious, high-energy individuals who want to be part of that journey.

The Opportunity

This is the starting point for a high-earning, fast-paced sales career.

As a Business Development Associate, you’ll be responsible for generating new business opportunities, connecting with decision-makers, building early relationships, and creating a strong pipeline for the sales team.

This role is designed for progression. High performers will quickly move into closing roles, with a clear path toward becoming an Event Sales Manager.

If you’re hungry, competitive, and want to earn well while accelerating your career, this is where it starts.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Proactively sourcing and qualifying new business opportunities

• Reaching out to decision-makers via phone, email, and LinkedIn

• Building relationships with potential exhibitors and sponsors

• Understanding client needs and identifying relevant event solutions

• Booking qualified meetings and handing over warm leads to the sales team

• Keeping pipeline activity organised and up to date

• Working closely with sales and marketing to drive growth

Who You Are

We’re looking for driven, career-focused individuals who are ready to work hard and be rewarded for it.

• Confident and comfortable speaking to people every day

• Energetic, resilient, and target-driven

• Competitive with a strong desire to earn

• Motivated to build a long-term career in sales

• Interested in business, entrepreneurship, and events

Graduates and working holiday visa candidates are encouraged to apply. Previous sales experience is a bonus, but not essential - attitude and work ethic are what matter most.

What You’ll Get

• $55,000 – $65,000 base salary

• Uncapped commission (OTE $100,000 – $140,000 in Year 1)

• Top performers earning $150,000+

• Full training and continuous development

• Clear progression into Event Sales and Event Sales Manager

• Opportunities to work on major Australian and international events

• A fast-paced, high-performance team environment

• Regular incentives, rewards, and team socials

Ready to Apply?

If you’re hungry to succeed, willing to put in the work, and want to build a career where you can earn well and progress quickly - this is your opportunity.

Apply now and take your first step toward becoming an Event Sales Manager.