Description Leverage your local networks and help businesses thrive. Are you passionate about supporting local businesses and building strong relationships? Join our dynamic Small and Medium Enterprise team as a Local Business Development Manager and play a pivotal role in driving growth. Build relationships that matter - connect with local businesses and truly help them grow. What the role? Grow your portfolio by connecting with businesses in your community Fuel business growth through innovative, market-shaping ideas that deliver real impact Originate and manage lending opportunities, delivering seamless transactions Partner with internal specialists and referral networks to provide tailored solutions Support first-party, new-to-bank deals across Victoria What do I need? Experience in Business Banking lending Ambition, confidence, and exceptional people skills Ability to build networks and manage conversations with ease Proven track record in new business acquisition and account management Experience managing B2B partnerships Passion and drive to make a real impact on local businesses Why Join Us? We’re obsessed with becoming our customers 1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that: Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates! Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives Ready to Create your future today? Apply now and help shape the future of business banking. To get started, simply click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, you can find out more information and additional contact details by visiting the "People with Disability and/or needing Accessibility Requirements" page on our website .