Business Development Specialist

Company Overview

Our client is a globally recognised trading and investment organisation, with a strong presence across energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.

In Australia, they play a key role in delivering and supporting major projects across energy, transportation, and infrastructure, backed by a well-established global network and long-term investment approach.

The Opportunity

If you're looking to step into a role where you can shape projects, influence strategy, and work on meaningful infrastructure investments - this is it.

We're partnering with a global organisation to find a Business Development Specialist to join their Melbourne team.

This position offers the chance to work at the forefront of:

• Large-scale infrastructure development
• Emerging sectors such as digital infrastructure
• Energy transition and decarbonisation

You'll work closely with experienced leaders locally and internationally, giving you strong exposure to cross-border projects and high-level decision-making.

Responsibilities

✔ Lead the identification and development of new business and investment opportunities

✔ Build and grow relationships with key industry players, including developers, investors, and advisors

✔ Assess commercial viability of projects, including financials, risks, and strategic value

✔ Support the full project lifecycle - from early-stage origination through to execution

✔ Stay close to market trends and uncover opportunities within infrastructure and energy sectors

✔ Work collaboratively across teams to unlock new opportunities and drive business growth

✔ Engage with global teams to contribute to investment strategy and project direction

✔ Play a role in advancing projects across energy transition sectors, including hydrogen, biofuels, and carbon markets

Requirements

✔ Experience in business development or project development within infrastructure, energy, or a related sector

✔ A strong commercial mindset - you're comfortable assessing opportunities and making recommendations

✔ Exposure to financial analysis (high-level modelling capability is advantageous)

✔ Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across different levels

✔ Confidence working in a global, cross-cultural environment

✔ Strong communication and presentation skills

✔ A proactive, self-driven approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

✔ Solid skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Why This Role Stands Out

✔ Work on high-impact, future-focused projects in energy and infrastructure

✔ Gain exposure to global projects and international stakeholders

✔ Be part of a business that takes a long-term, strategic view on investment

✔ Grow your career in a collaborative and well-supported environment

✔ Contribute to initiatives that are shaping sustainable and next-generation infrastructure

✔ Enjoy a flexible and team-oriented culture with regular engagement and social activities