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Business Development Manager


Company : Crane Venture Partners


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2026-05-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About InDebted InDebted provides futurethinking organisations with products and solutions to support overdue consumers through debt. Backed by technology with a human touch, we use machine learning and AI to personalise the collections journey and champion positive customer experiences all so we can change the world of consumer debt for good. Founded in Australia, today were a team of over 300 people living and working around the world. Were rapidly expanding throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. We are a $50m revenue (and growing) organisation, having recently completed our Series C funding round, backed by leading investors such as Airtree. Now is an exciting time to join the team as we continue to make the experience of debt resolution smoother, and more human. About The Role The Business Development Manager is a critical driver of InDebteds growth across the Australian market. This senior sales role is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities while expanding relationships within our existing client portfolio. You will be the face of InDebted to prospective and existing corporate clients, leading the full sales cycle from initial prospecting through contract negotiation and seamless handover to our Client Success team. Your success will be measured by your ability to drive revenue growth, exceed sales targets, and position InDebted as the partner of choice for innovative collections and receivables management solutions. This is a highimpact, targetdriven role for an ambitious sales professional who thrives on building relationships with Csuite and senior decisionmakers, navigating complex sales cycles, and consistently delivering results in a competitive market. This position reports directly to the Managing Director, Australia a newly appointed strategic leadership role focused on accelerating InDebteds growth trajectory across the Australian market. As a key member of the Australian team, the Business Development Manager will work in close partnership with the MD to execute our ambitious expansion strategy. This role is instrumental in taking InDebted to the next level driving market penetration, establishing InDebted as the category leader in innovative collections solutions, and building the foundation for sustained growth across Australia. You will have direct access to senior leadership, significant autonomy in shaping sales strategy, and the opportunity to make an immediate, measurable impact on the companys success. This is a careerdefining opportunity for a sales leader ready to be part of something transformational. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute comprehensive growth strategies and plans aligned with InDebteds Australian market objectives and revenue targets Own and drive the complete sales cycle from prospecting and lead qualification through to proposal development, negotiation, and contract closure Identify and map business strengths and customer needs to position InDebteds value proposition effectively Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline with consistent coverage of 35x quarterly quota Research and identify viable business opportunities and income streams across target industry verticals including utilities, telecommunications, financial services, retail, and healthcare Conduct indepth market analysis to identify new market segments and customer needs Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and product demonstrations to senior stakeholders and Csuite executives Lead complex, multistakeholder negotiations to secure favourable commercial terms while maintaining strong client relationships Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets and KPIs Follow industry trends both locally and internationally to identify emerging opportunities and maintain competitive advantage Manage and retain relationships with existing clients, serving as their primary strategic contact Increase client base through systematic prospecting, networking, and relationshipbuilding activities Conduct regular business reviews with key clients to ensure satisfaction, identify expansion opportunities, and reinforce InDebteds value Address client concerns and escalations promptly, working collaboratively with internal teams to deliver solutions Identify upsell and crosssell opportunities within the existing client portfolio Build longterm, trusted partnerships with clients by demonstrating deep understanding of their business challenges and objectives Develop comprehensive, customized business proposals that clearly articulate InDebteds value proposition and demonstrate ROI Lead responses to RFPs, RFQs, and tenders for collections and creditrelated services Draft and review commercial contracts in collaboration with Legal and Finance teams Ensure all proposals and contracts reflect competitive pricing structures while maintaining healthy profit margins Negotiate commercial terms, service level agreements, and pricing with prospective and existing clients Ensure all agreements adhere to Australian regulatory requirements and InDebteds compliance standards Maintain indepth knowledge of InDebteds product suite, technology platform, and unique value proposition Develop and maintain expertlevel understanding of the Australian collections and receivables management industry Stay informed on regulatory changes, compliance requirements, and industry best practices Monitor competitor activities, market positioning, and pricing strategies Represent InDebted at industry conferences, networking events, and professional forums Share market intelligence and competitive insights with Product, Marketing, and Leadership teams Maintain accurate and uptodate records in CRM system (Salesforce) including all activities, opportunities, and forecasts Provide regular sales forecasts and pipeline reports to leadership Report on successes, challenges, and areas requiring improvement or support Collaborate closely with Marketing to align on campaign strategies, lead generation activities, and content development Work with Client Success teams to ensure smooth client onboarding and transition from sales to service delivery Partner with Product and Operations teams to communicate client feedback and influence product roadmap Help build and train the sales team as InDebted expands its Australian presence Key Accountabilities Meet or exceed assigned quarterly and annual sales quotas Maintain minimum pipeline coverage ratios Achieve target win rates and average deal sizes Deliver accurate sales forecasts with 95% Submit all required reports and forecasts on time Respond to all client inquiries and internal requests within 24 hours Ensure all activities align with InDebted values and compliance requirements Qualifications & Experience Minimum 5+ years of proven B2B sales experience in corporate or enterprise environments Demonstrated track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales quotas and revenue targets Experience managing complex, multistakeholder sales cycles with deal values of $100K+ AUD Proven ability to prospect, qualify, and close new business independently Strong experience in account management and growing existing client relationships Excellent presentation and communication skills with ability to influence Csuite executives Proficiency in CRM systems (strongly preferred) and Microsoft Office suite Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or related field (or equivalent experience) Legal right to work in Australia Background in financial services, fintech, SaaS, or professional services sales (highly desirable) Experience in the collections, debt recovery, credit management, or BPO industries (highly desirable) Existing network of contacts in target industries (financial services, utilities, telecommunications) (highly desirable) Postgraduate qualifications or professional sales certifications (highly desirable) Knowledge of Australian collections regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., ACCC, ASIC guidelines) (highly desirable) Specific Requirements Valid Australian drivers licence Willingness to travel regularly across Australia (approximately *****% of time) Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate client schedules and time zones Based in Sydney or Melbourne (preferred) or willing to relocate Comfortable working in a fastpaced, highgrowth technology environment Key Competencies Strategic Selling Develops and executes account plans; navigates complex organizations to identify decisionmakers and influencers Consultative Approach Asks insightful questions to uncover client needs and positions solutions accordingly Commercial Acumen Understands financial drivers, ROI models, and pricing strategies Negotiation Mastery Achieves winwin outcomes while protecting margin and maintaining relationships Executive Presence Communicates confidently and credibly with senior stakeholders Persuasive Communication Articulates value propositions clearly in written and verbal formats Active Listening Seeks to understand before being understood; demonstrates empathy Presentation Skills Delivers engaging, professional presentations tailored to audience needs Client Focus Genuinely committed to understanding and solving client challenges Networking Builds and leverages extensive professional networks Trust Building Establishes credibility through reliability, transparency, and competence Stakeholder Management Manages multiple relationships across complex organizational structures Goal Achievement Selfmotivated to meet and exceed targets consistently Resilience Maintains energy and optimism in the face of setbacks or rejection Initiative Proactively identifies opportunities and takes action without being directed Accountability Takes ownership of results and follows through on commitments Market Intelligence Stays informed on industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes Strategic Thinking Sees the bigger picture and connects activities to business outcomes Financial Literacy Understands P&L impact, pricing models, and contract economics Problem Solving Analyzes situations thoroughly and develops creative solutions Pipeline Management Effectively manages sales pipeline to ensure consistent deal flow Time Management Prioritises highvalue activities and manages multiple opportunities simultaneously Attention to Detail Ensures accuracy in proposals, contracts, and CRM documentation Process Discipline Follows established sales processes and methodologies consistently Change Agility Thrives in dynamic, fastpaced environments Continuous Improvement Seeks feedback and actively works to develop new skills Technology Adoption Quickly learns and leverages new tools and platforms Market Adaptability Adjusts strategies based on market feedback and changing conditions Compensation & Benefits Base Salary & Commission Generous base salary commensurate with experience, uncapped commission structure with accelerators for overachievement, clear, transparent commission plan with monthly payouts, ontarget earnings significantly above market for top performers Benefits Package Flexible working arrangements (hybrid work model), professional development opportunities and learning budget, modern technology and tools to support your success, collaborative, highenergy team environment, regular team events and celebrations, health and wellness programs, employee referral bonuses, career progression opportunities in a rapidly growing global company Performance Measures Quarterly and annual sales quota attainment (weighted 50%) New client acquisition volume and value (weighted 20%) Pipeline generation and coverage (weighted 10%) Client satisfaction and retention rates (weighted 10%) CRM data accuracy and activity metrics (weighted 5%) Collaboration and adherence to InDebted values (weighted 5%) Application Process Current resume/CV Cover letter outlining your relevant sales experience and why youre interested in InDebted Examples of your sales achievements (e.g., quota attainment, significant deals closed) $130,000 - $150,000 a year Our benefits packages vary depending on region and role requirements. Our talent acquisition team will be able to share more during the recruitment process. Seniority level MidSenior level Employment type Fulltime Job function Business Development and Sales For Recruiters: We appreciate the interest of all candidates and recruitment agencies, however for this role we are managing this hiring process internally and will not be accepting applications through recruitment agencies. Thank you! We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. InDebted is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-*****-Ljbffr #J-18808-Ljbffr