Job Title: Senior Business Leader
Overview
The Business Centre is seeking a highly experienced and skilled business leader to drive operational performance, commercial growth, and strategic development. As the General Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency across programs, finance, and governance while actively building revenue streams through business development, partnerships, and funding opportunities.
This is a pivotal opportunity to take ownership of daily operations and shape strategy, driving growth and delivering measurable outcomes for the community and stakeholders. Reporting to the Board, the General Manager will play a central role in shaping the future of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Drive business development as a core focus—building strategic partnerships, securing funding contracts, pursuing grants, and identifying new commercial opportunities that generate sustainable revenue.
* Lead all aspects of day-to-day operations, including financial management, governance, staffing, and contract compliance.
* Ensure systems, reporting, and workflows enable efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
* Oversee budgets, reporting, audits, and financial controls to ensure robust fiscal management.
* Maintain a strong community profile, engaging with stakeholders, government, and industry to elevate the Centre's reputation and attract new opportunities.
* Lead innovation and service development, ensuring the organisation remains relevant, competitive, and impactful.
Requirements
* Proven leadership experience in business, professional services, or not-for-profit environments.
* Strong track record in business development and securing revenue streams (commercial, partnerships, or government contracts).
* Demonstrated financial acumen—budgeting, reporting, audits, and commercial decision-making.
* Hands-on operator with a strategic mindset, able to balance execution with long-term growth.
* Skilled communicator and relationship-builder across government, industry, and community.
* Experienced in governance, compliance, and reporting within complex organisational frameworks.
What Success Looks Like
* New and diversified revenue streams secured for The Business Centre.
* Strong financial oversight delivering stability and growth.
* Operational systems running smoothly with high accountability.
* Increased profile and influence within the Hunter business community.
* Tangible outcomes for small and medium enterprises across the region.
Why Join Us
* Step into a leadership role in a highly regarded, values-driven organisation.
* Play a hands-on role in shaping regional economic growth and business success.
* Drive both operational excellence and commercial growth opportunities.
* Join a passionate, committed team making a real impact on entrepreneurs and businesses.