Business Development Director, Australia Region

About us

Network Rail Consulting (NRC) is the international consultancy arm of Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain’s railway. Since 2013, we’ve delivered over 200 consultancy contracts across Australia, the Middle East, and North America, supporting government agencies, public and private organisations, and passenger and freight operators.

Our reputation is built on consistently high levels of client satisfaction and technical expertise. We are driven by our core values: Agile, Always Safe, Care About People, Collaborative, Impartial and Passionate.

We offer a competitive and flexible employee experience, including:

• Highly competitive market rate salaries;
• Performance-related bonus incentive scheme;
• Generous annual leave - 25 days per year, plus the option to buy or sell leave;
• Above award Parental Leave program;
• Life Insurance & Total Permanent Disability cover;
• Novated car leasing arrangements;
• Career development pathways;
• Rewards Gateway employee discounts; and
• Flexible working arrangements.

About the opportunity:

We are seeking a senior leader to join our team as a Business Development Director, leading the next phase of growth and shaping our position across major rail and infrastructure opportunities.

This newly created leadership role will drive NRC’s business development strategy across our core service areas, including:

• Rail Operations;
• Asset Management & Maintenance;
• Systems Integration & Technical Services;
• Project & Program Management; and
• Advisory & Strategic Planning.

As the face of NRC to our largest clients and strategic partners, you will:

• Shape and lead NRC’s growth strategy, driving business development from early positioning through to successful contract award;
• Provide strategic oversight and direction to the leadership team and seller community, ensuring alignment with NRC’s long-term objectives and growth ambitions;
• Identify high-value opportunities in current and new markets and develop key C-suite relationships with strategic clients and partners to maximise NRC’s win rate;
• Partner with the Regional Director to steer the development of the Australian business, leading the annual marketing and communications strategy and securing strategic bids aligned with our 2030 Strategic Business Plan;
• Act as a key advocate for NRC, representing the organisation at industry forums, conferences and events to enhance our profile and influence;
• Lead and win major strategic bids, ensuring NRC is positioned as the partner of choice for complex, high-value projects;
• Inspire, mentor and develop senior leaders, fostering a high-performance culture and building capability across Business Sector Directors, Service Line Directors and Bid Management teams; and
• Act as Project Director on critical consultancy engagements, ensuring delivery excellence and achievement of individual and team billability targets.

Experience & Qualifications:

Essential:

• Extensive business development leadership experience within professional services or consulting;
• Deep knowledge of the Australian rail market and a strong network of C-suite relationships;
• Proven track record of winning multi-million-dollar bids and consistently achieving growth targets;
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and influencing skills across all organisational levels;
• Proficiency in CRM platforms (Salesforce or equivalent) and ability to leverage sales analytics for strategic decision-making;
• Demonstrated resilience, entrepreneurial mindset and ability to perform under pressure; and
• High emotional intelligence to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics and build trust.

Desirable:

• First degree in a relevant discipline; postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) highly regarded;
• Professional certifications in sales, marketing or project management; and
• Active membership in industry or professional bodies.

If you’re a strategic leader with a passion for driving growth and building influential partnerships, this could be a great opportunity for you!

Sound interesting?
Apply now to begin a confidential conversation with our Talent Acquisition team.

Pre-employment Checks

All employment offers are subject to satisfactory police checks, professional reference checks, and verification of qualifications, where applicable.

NRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or veteran status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!