This is an opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager, Sales Manager or Strategic Account Manager who enjoys building relationships, growing existing accounts and developing new business - particularly within the Government and public sector - to step up into a P&L management role.

The Opportunity

The focus is on business growth, strategic account management and client relationships, supported by an experienced operational team.

You will:

• Develop and grow strategic Government and public sector relationships
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to expand existing contracts and services
• Develop new business and strategic account growth plans
• Negotiate commercial opportunities and manage key accounts
• Take responsibility for regional budgets, forecasting, margins and P&L
• Work alongside an experienced Operations team to ensure customer commitments are delivered

Reporting to the NZ General Manager, you will be accountable for regional financial performance, growth strategy and customer outcomes, supported by an experienced national leadership team.

Around 50% of the role is focused on business development and account management, with the balance across commercial and operational performance.

About You

You will have a proven track record in business development, sales or strategic account management, together with:

• Strong Government/public sector account management experience
• An established public sector network and profile
• Demonstrated success growing revenue through existing clients
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders
• Good financial understanding and commercial judgement
• A genuine interest in building relationships and growing business

Experience in security, facilities, property services, logistics, transport, utilities or another service-based environment would be advantageous. Commercial capability and client relationships are more important than industry background.

A Step Up Commercially

This role could suit someone ready to move from BDM or strategic account management into broader commercial and P&L responsibility, with mentoring/guidance from senior management.

You will have the opportunity to build on your strengths in sales and relationship management while developing your regional financial and commercial leadership capability.

Why Join This Organisation?

• High-impact role with real influence over growth and commercial outcomes
• Opportunity to shape regional strategy and long-term client partnerships
• Direct line to national leadership with strong executive visibility as part of the Senior Leadership team
• Join a stable, respected, and nationally recognised organisation

TalentNow! is managing this appointment exclusively.

Apply Now

Please send your CV and a relevant cover letter outlining your commercial management experience, Government/public sector experience, business development achievements and account growth success, to Amanda Scott, Consulting Director, TalentNow! via the ‘Apply' link.

For a confidential conversation, contact Amanda Scott 021784483.

Applications close: Friday 4^th September 2026.  Applications will be progressed as they are received - do not delay applying.

This is a confidential appointment. The identity of the organisation will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates. NZ-based candidates with relevant NZ experience only. The successful applicant must meet the organisation's strict probity and vetting requirements.