Business Development Account Executive – NSW Territory, Federal Government
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Business Development Account Executive driving Extreme Networks’ secure, cloud-based networking growth across Australian Federal Government agencies. Managing enterprise sales, procurement, tenders, and strategic government accounts.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with federal departments, government-owned corporations, and affiliated agencies
- Establish relationships with senior decision-makers, program leaders, and procurement stakeholders
- Engage with ecosystem partners, systems integrators, and government contractors to build pipeline
- Develop territory plans and account strategies tailored to each agency’s mission, budget cycle, and transformation goals
- Align Extreme Networks’ capabilities to government priorities including cybersecurity, secure access, remote connectivity, and infrastructure resilience
- Lead the entire sales lifecycle from lead generation through negotiation and contract closure
- Maintain accurate pipeline forecasts and opportunity records using the company’s customer relationship management platform
- Partner with technical teams to develop and deliver solution demonstrations and proposals
- Collaborate with marketing, channel, and services teams to support campaigns, events, and integrated sales efforts
- Understand and operate within Australian Federal Government procurement regulations, supplier engagement protocols, and ethical guidelines
- Prepare responses to formal requests for tender and engage in pre-tender positioning where appropriate
- Lead growth initiatives within the Australian Federal Government and affiliated agencies
Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years and up to 10 years of experience in a business development, account management, or enterprise sales role
- At least 3 years of experience working directly with Australian Federal Government customers, preferably in technology, infrastructure, or cyber-related sectors
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Strong business acumen with the ability to articulate value propositions to both technical and executive audiences
- High level of professionalism and ability to operate in sensitive or confidential public sector environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a matrixed sales and technical organization
- Australian citizenship is required
- Holding an active Australian Government Security Clearance (Baseline, NV1 or NV2) is highly desirable but not mandatory
- Willingness and eligibility to obtain a security clearance in future, if required
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive compensation
- Superannuation and full benefits package
- Paid leave
- Volunteer time off
- Personal development opportunities
- Support for relevant industry certifications and training
- Supportive and flexible work environment
- Global innovation culture













