Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Scientific Recruitment

Evolve Scientific Recruitment is seeking two Business Development Managers, one based in Sydney, the other in Melbourne to grow and nurture client partnerships across the scientific, pharmaceutical, and technical industries.

Bring your scientific knowledge and commercial mindset to a role where you’ll connect Australia’s best scientific talent with leading innovators and researchers shaping the world of tomorrow!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Client Partnerships: Develop and manage strong, long-term relationships with clients across the scientific and technical industries, ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations.
• Strategic Business Development: Identify new business opportunities, expand key accounts, and pitch tailored recruitment solutions that solve real-world workforce challenges in pharma, biotech, FMCG, environmental sciences, and beyond.
• Industry Expertise: Leverage your scientific background to understand client needs and translate complex technical briefs into effective recruitment strategies.
• Consultative Sales: Work closely with hiring managers and internal recruitment consultants to deliver end-to-end solutions, ensuring both client and candidate satisfaction.
• Collaboration & Growth: Partner with internal teams to share market insights, contribute to strategic growth plans, and support national expansion initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

• STEM Background: A degree in science or a related technical field, bonus points for experience in a lab, R&D, pharma, food, or environmental sectors.
• Sales/BD Experience: Proven success in business development, account management, or consultative sales, ideally in recruitment or technical services.
• Commercial Acumen: A sharp eye for opportunity and the confidence to build value-driven proposals that convert into long-term partnerships.
• People-First Approach: Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused mindset, with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly.
• Resilient & Driven: Motivated, proactive, and not afraid to pick up the phone or walk into a lab to build relationships.
• Team Player: Collaborative and supportive, with a strong sense of initiative and ownership.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive Base + Commission: Your earning potential reflects your impact.
• Flexible Location: 1 role in Sydney, 1 in Melbourne, local knowledge a big plus!
• Hybrid Work Options: Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Extra Leave Days: Your birthday off + loyalty leave as you grow with us.
• Ongoing Training & Career Progression: Work with the best and become the best with structured mentorship and support.
• Award-Winning Culture: Inclusive, driven, and genuinely passionate about what we do.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Help advance scientific progress by connecting the right people to the right projects.

At Evolve Scientific Recruitment, we don’t just fill jobs, we power progress. With deep industry expertise and a personal approach, we’re the trusted partner for Australia’s scientific community.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our office is designed with accessibility in mind, and we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and those who are neurodiverse. If you have specific needs or require adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know — we’re here to support you.

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