Sales Business Development (Contract)

About Us

We are a creative and dynamic creative studio located on the banks of the Yarra in Abbotsford. Our name sits at the core of what we do: our purpose is to design with principle. We are passionate about the power of design to enhance and improve the world in which we live. Our mission is to collaborate with change-makers and innovators to build brands, websites and campaigns that service our clients’ needs and help make a better world.

Our small but mighty team is a tight-knit blend of multi-disciplinary creative thinkers, designers, strategists, copywriters, photographers, developers, and project managers. Drawing on our collective experience, design and technical expertise, we take a collaborative approach to every project.

About the Role

Principle Design is an award winning design studio and we’re looking for a driven Sales Business Development professional to join our team and play a key role in driving growth. This is a client-facing role with a strong emphasis on hunting new business, building relationships, and connecting with our ideal clients.

You’ll work closely with our CEO, Creative Director and Senior Account Manager and be responsible for identifying opportunities, developing leads, and creating lasting partnerships that align with our business goals. If you’re motivated by sales, thrive in fast-paced environments, and excel at making meaningful connections, this is the role for you.

In addition to the above, you’ll demonstrate a high level of initiative and autonomy in developing your leads, targets and respective proposals solidifying you as an integral team player.

Success criteria:

• Proven experience as an Account Manager or Business Development Manager, ideally in digital design, branding or creative agency environment.
• Brings a hunter mindset with a passion for prospecting and converting new clients across key industries, C-suite, and enterprise accounts. A strategic thinker who can spot new business opportunities and act on them.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong relationship-building ability with a focus on trust and credibility.
• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver solutions that meet client needs.
• Managing and nurturing your pipeline to consistently achieve (and exceed) sales targets.
• Proficient skills in Pipedrive, Pandadoc, Microsoft and Google Suite are ideal.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

We love working at Principle Design and think you will too! Here are a few reasons why:

• Be part of building strong, reputable brands; particularly brands that are doing good in our community.
• Part time role flexibility, work around your non-work life.
• Contribute to the growth and development of an award-winning agency.
• Develop your current skill set in a nurturing environment.
• Be part of a fun, dynamic, and driven team.
• Enjoy local Richmond and Abbotsford cafes, bars, restaurants and the gorgeous Yarra City Trail.
• Loads of public transport options.

How to Apply

If you think this is the role for you then please apply by sending us your CV and PDF portfolio or website and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to work@principledesign.com.au.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a sales role in a creative office/studio.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Other Requirements

• No need for visa sponsorship

• 2+ years of Design Services experience