Straight from employers' career sites

Business development jobs in New Zealand.

127 open roles, 32 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Business development23 days ago

    Philanthropy Relationship Officer

    World Vision New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    A Christian humanitarian organization empowering New Zealanders to make a difference for children in the world's toughest places.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Building donor relationships · Creating gift plans · Managing donor records

    Experience in relationship-based work (fundraising, account management, sales), track record of meeting targets, excellent communication, CRM experience, Microsoft Dynamics a plus, and current entitlement to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Business development23 days ago

    Business Development Manager

    Randstad New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Prospecting SME leaders · Managing sales process · Tracking sales pipeline

    Proven success in B2B business development, outbound prospecting and direct lead generation; understanding of the New Zealand SME landscape

  • Business development23 days ago
    New Plymouth, Taranaki
    Internship

    Prospecting new clients · Developing customer relationships · Preparing commercial offers

    Currently pursuing a Bac+5 in engineering, business, or equivalent

  • Business development24 days ago

    Business Development Advisor

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

    An employee-owned consulting firm that develops and delivers solutions for clients, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies.

    Auckland+2 more
    HybridFull timeContractMid level

    Managing bids · Building relationships · Supporting strategies

    Relevant business development experience, commercial understanding of professional services or engineering, outstanding communication, robust bid preparation skills, and strong stakeholder relationship abilities.

  • Business development23 days ago

    Customer Director

    New Zealand Trade and Enterprise · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency helping New Zealand companies grow internationally.

    Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Coaching customer managers · Driving customer growth · Aligning global teams

    Leadership experience; proven experience driving innovation and growth in commercial environments; strong sector knowledge and connections; commercial acumen; experience navigating international markets and developing and executing export strategies

    Generous leave
  • Business development23 days ago

    Senior Relationship Manager - Property Finance

    Westpac New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand bank focused on building a fairer and stronger New Zealand for its people, customers, and communities.

    Tauranga
    Full time

    Managing customer portfolios · Structuring lending solutions · Originating new business

    Experienced banking professional; track record in Property Finance, Corporate Banking or Commercial Banking; experience managing complex property finance or commercial banking portfolios; credit and property finance transaction experience

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business development24 days ago

    Business Development Manager

    Chubb Fire & Security · 5001+ employees

    A global leader in fire and security solutions with over 200 years of heritage, providing essential systems and services to protect people and property.

    Kapiti
    Full time
  • Business development24 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Generating new business · Selling platform products · Building accountant relationships

    5+ yrs5+ years in a business development role within the services industry

  • Business development24 days ago

    Business Development Executive, Community - NZ

    Smith+Nephew · 5001+ employees

    A global medical technology company that designs and manufactures technology to help healthcare professionals return patients to health and mobility.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Developing strategic business plans · Managing key relationships · Identifying new sales leads

    Tertiary qualifications in Business or Science related disciplines

    Generous leave
  • Business development24 days ago

    International Senior Specialist

    Auckland University of Technology

    Auckland
    Full time

    Developing faculty internationalisation plans · Growing global partnerships · Supporting student recruitment

    Relevant tertiary qualification; significant experience in strategic management or business partnering; experience developing and maintaining strategic partnerships; knowledge of international student recruitment, partnerships or Transnational Education

    Generous leave
  • Business development25 days ago

    Partnerships Manager

    Southern Cross Health Insurance · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand-owned health insurer empowering members to live well for longer through timely access to quality care.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Managing provider agreements · Leading commercial negotiations · Developing portfolio plans

    Experience in commercial negotiation, contract management, or strategic supplier/provider partnerships; relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional knowledge and experience; full New Zealand driver licence; ability to travel as required

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Business development25 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Pursuing new business · Developing customer partnerships · Delivering education sessions

    Relevant sales/business development/customer service experience; sales-target achievement; Salesforce and MS Office suite familiarity; valid passport, driver’s license and reliable vehicle; able to travel internationally and across New Zealand.

  • Business development25 days ago
    Blenheim, Marlborough
    Full time

    Building customer relationships · Developing customer solutions · Growing customer portfolios

  • Business development25 days ago

    Sea Logistics Sales Representative

    Kuehne+Nagel · 5001+ employees

    A global logistics leader providing freight forwarding and supply chain solutions.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Identifying new prospects · Building customer relationships · Converting sales opportunities

    Understanding of international freight processes, specifically Sea Logistics; proven success in solutions sales, gaining new business and growing margins

  • Business development25 days ago

    Freight Forwarding Business Development Manager

    Toll Group · 5001+ employees

    A global logistics provider moving businesses and supply chains across road, rail, air, sea, and warehousing.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Identifying business opportunities · Growing customer accounts · Preparing customer proposals

    Tertiary qualification in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience; previous sales, customer service, logistics or freight forwarding experience; demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer relationships; intermediate proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; CRM experience or willingness to learn

  • Business development25 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeMid level

    Managing sales territories · Developing customer relationships · Securing new business

    2+ yrsAt least 2 years' prior experience as a BDM or Sales Representative

  • Business development26 days ago
    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Prospecting SME leaders · Leading the sales process · Tracking the sales pipeline

    Proven success in B2B business development, outbound prospecting, and direct lead generation; solid understanding of the New Zealand SME landscape

  • Business development27 days ago

    Associate Director of Development, Oceania

    The Nature Conservancy · 5001+ employees

    A global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive.

    Wellington
    RemoteFull timeSenior

    Building donor portfolios · Soliciting major gifts · Managing donor strategies

    5+ yrsBachelor's degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent; experience building long-term donor relationships, closing gifts of $25,000+, managing multiple prospects, cross-functional teamwork, and fundraising principles; valid driver's license and compliance with Auto Safety Program.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Business development26 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Driving specification growth · Delivering CPD presentations · Building stakeholder relationships

    3+ yrs3-5+ years' experience in specification sales and business development within plumbing, construction, building products, or infrastructure; proven track record securing specifications; proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce or a similar CRM platform

    Parental leaveRetirement savingsStudy support
  • Business development26 days ago

    Business Development Engineer

    Hynds Pipe Systems Limited

    Auckland
    Full time

    Growing product sales · Developing customer relationships · Delivering product training

    3+ yrs3–5 years’ experience in civil infrastructure; technical knowledge of pipeline products, systems, and installation methods

  • Business development26 days ago

    Business Development Coordinator

    Mondiale VGL · 1001-5000 employees

    A globally recognised transport and logistics provider offering integrated sea and air freight, customs clearance, and warehousing.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Coordinating tenders · Preparing proposals · Managing CRM

    3+ yrs3+ years experience in freight forwarding, international logistics or supply chain services; strong written communication; experience supporting sales or commercial teams; proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

  • Business development26 days ago

    Business Development Manager- IBM

    Ingram Micro · 5001+ employees

    A global technology distributor providing hardware, services, and XaaS solutions to businesses worldwide.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Recruiting resellers · Driving cloud growth · Building partnerships

    Proven sales experience in an IT-related channel environment; strong influencer with established relationships in the IT channel community; superior interpersonal skills and strategic vision; autonomy and tactical acumen.

  • Business development27 days ago

    Partnership Manager

    Bank of New Zealand · 5001+ employees

    A fintech company building payment and digital asset infrastructure for businesses.

    Auckland
    HybridFull timeSenior

    Managing partner relationships · Monitoring service performance · Escalating issues

    5+ yrs5+ years financial services experience with significant wealth and/or insurance experience; experience with customer complaints and remediation; understanding of insurance products and claims or wealth products; operational risk management; stakeholder engagement skills.

    Generous leave
  • Business development27 days ago

    Submissions Coordinator

    Downer · 5001+ employees

    A leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand, planning, creating, and sustaining assets and infrastructure.

    Auckland
    Full timeSenior

    Coordinating tender submissions · Developing compelling bids · Managing submission handovers

    2+ yrsAt least two years' experience in bids, submissions or a similar role; knowledge of New Zealand civil contract documentation

  • Business development27 days ago

    Business Development Manager

    2degrees · 1001-5000 employees

    A telecommunications company fighting for fair, offering retail services and mobile plans.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Developing strategic sales plans · Progressing complex sales opportunities · Building executive relationships

    Success winning net-new business in Enterprise and/or Public Sector; experience in the telecommunications industry

  • Business development28 days ago

    Business Development Manager

    Aon · 5001+ employees

    A global professional services firm providing risk, retirement, and health solutions.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full timeSenior

    Developing growth strategies · Building strategic relationships · Conducting needs analyses

    Generous leave
  • Business development28 days ago

    Senior Vendor Business Manager - Yealink

    Ingram Micro · 5001+ employees

    A global technology distributor providing hardware, services, and XaaS solutions to businesses worldwide.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Developing vendor business plans · Managing partner growth initiatives · Tracking sales performance

    1+ yr4–6 years in channel sales, vendor management, or business development across multiple verticals; at least 1 year of field sales or market/business development experience; bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; established reseller and channel partner relationships

About business development jobs in New Zealand

There are 127 roles open for business development jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 32 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 116 full time, 4 part time and 8 hybrid or remote.

Most are in Auckland (73), Wellington (18) and Canterbury (14).

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How many business development jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 127 roles open for business development jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 32 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Where are most business development jobs in New Zealand?

Right now, most are in Auckland (73), Wellington (18) and Canterbury (14). Open a region to see its business development jobs.

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Business development jobs in New Zealand: 127 open roles | SmartCVs