Business Development Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Business Development Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $160,000. That sits 39% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 162 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 1% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↓ -31 listings vs last month
💰 Business Development Manager · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$85,000 – $160,000
Median: $125,000
Jun $125k
Jul $125k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data, short-term movement only.

Mid level $85,000 – $160,000
Overall $85k–$160k Mid $85k–$160k $82k $98k $115k $131k $148k $164k
High confidence 162 listings (-31 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 162 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 36.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 63.9% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Listings fell 16% from 193 to 162, the largest absolute drop of any role in this report, while the median held exactly at $125,000. Melbourne matches Brisbane, Perth and Sydney precisely, with Adelaide the sole outlier at $101,000. Even after the contraction this remains a 99th percentile demand role in the city. At 36% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported, and the national consistency reinforces it.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Business Development Manager in Melbourne?
The floor is $85,000, usually a base with commission on top, so advertised figures understate total earnings at the junior end. Account manager roles at $100,000 are the standard feeder, since retention experience transfers directly. Industry knowledge in financial services, healthcare or SaaS moves someone up faster than general sales tenure.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $125,000 a BDM earns 38.9% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week. High living costs mean the same nominal salary goes further in Brisbane or Perth, both of which pay identically. Within Melbourne it sits well above account management at $100,000 and sales representation at $88,000.
How much does a Senior Business Development Manager make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $160,000, reached through enterprise or government account ownership rather than seniority alone. Deal size is the lever, with listings above the median referencing targets, territories or named verticals. Given listings fell 16% this month, competition for the higher-paying roles is likely to be tighter than usual.

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Business Development Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $125,000 0%
Brisbane $125,000 ~same
Perth $125,000 ~same
Sydney $125,000 ~same
Gold Coast $110,000 -12%

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.