Now’s the time to set your sights even higher – on the future you and the future career you deserve. Your role as a Business Development Manager is to leverage your in-depth lending experience to grow market share by building strong, long-lasting relationships with the local community. Your expertise will be key in developing tailored lending solutions that meet the needs of customers. With a deep understanding of the local market, lending products and risk management, you’ll be the go-to expert in your area. By driving new business and expanding your network you’ll make area impact in business growth and the local community. In this dynamic and high-impact role, you’ll make your mark by: Proactively building a strong pipeline by identifying new opportunities, establishing referral partnerships, and acquiring new customers through strategic networking Guiding customers seamlessly through the lending process, providing them with confidence and peace of mind as you help them achieve their financial goals Strengthening your community presence by building your personal brand, nurturing and leveraging existing Community Bank relationships, and expanding your network through active participation in local events Leveraging your credit analysis expertise and understanding of customer needs to ensure positive lending outcomes and helping to future-proof their financial success Developing lasting relationships within the community, positioning yourself as a trusted lending expert who’s always ready to support your customers’ needs Being a lifelong learner. Bring your brilliant mind, and we’ll help you take your career to the next level with on-the-job training and other learning opportunities Building connections. A role at Bendigo Bank means supporting our customers, giving back and making our communities a better place… while having some fun along the way! This position is permanent full-time position located at the Community Bank in Griffith, NSW. What you’ll bring to the role To succeed in this role, you’ll drive the lending growth by building strong relationships, acquiring new business and becoming the go-to lending expert in the area. We’d love you to have: Extensive consumer lending experience – this is essential Strong networks and a proven ability to self-generate new business opportunities High level of understanding of lending products, policies and regulations An ability to build relationships and rapport with customers and colleagues quickly, assess their needs and a develop a holistic view of their situation Highly developed credit analysis skills An understanding of small business offerings A self-motivated, high performing approach, with a proven track record of consistently delivering lending growth Our Community Banking model Community Banking operates on a shared revenue model based on 'profit-with-purpose'. This approach ensures that the profits generated are reinvested directly into the communities that create them, funding local initiatives such as infrastructure improvements, event sponsorships, and scholarship programs. By joining a Community Bank branch, you become part of a dedicated team focused on promoting local growth and nurturing meaningful relationships. Our branch staff are actively engaged in community events, providing support to small businesses, and addressing the specific needs of the community. We’re making better, bigger. And we’ll get there with you. Business Development Manager PD_Community Bank_May 2022 (2).pdf Think you’re our newest Business Development Manager? Apply now! As an internal candidate you are required to notify your immediate leader before applying for a new career opportunity and will be asked to confirm this when submitting your application. If you have any concerns about this requirement or would like to discuss the position in more detail, please reach out to the contact listed below for a confidential conversation: Manager Name: David Wilkes - Senior Branch Manager Manager Email: david.wilkes@bendigoadelaide.com.au Manager Phone: 0408 196 629 For more information, check out the application process for internal candidates page and the position description We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success, and we’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. To ensure that you feel supported and are set up for success, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you require any adjustments to the application or interview processes. You can find out more about our retail banking roles here - https://careers-ext.bendigoadelaide.com.au/branch-network. Screening and interviews may commence prior to closing date. We are committed to responding to all candidates, regardless of the outcome of your application.