Business Development Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Business Development Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $90,000 and $175,000. That sits 32% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 210 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 1% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Business Development Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$90,000 – $175,000
Median: $125,000
May $125k
Jun $125k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $91,000 – $160,000
Senior level $150,000 – $222,500
Overall $90k–$175k Mid $91k–$160k Senior $150k–$222k $87k $115k $144k $172k $200k $229k
High confidence 210 listings (+8 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Sydney Market

With 210 listings, business development is one of the highest-demand roles tracked in Sydney, and it pays for it: a $125k median, 32% above the city's all-roles figure. That $125k is the national going rate, identical in Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth, so unlike many roles Sydney does not command a premium here. Demand nudged up from 202 listings and pay held flat. The wide band ($90k to $175k) reflects how much of BDM pay is variable commission stacked on base.

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 Sydney?
New business development managers in Sydney open around $91k base. What lifts a junior toward the top of the band is a warm sector and a quota: enterprise or financial-services sales, a book of contacts, and a commission structure that rewards closed revenue. Base is only half the story, on-target earnings can add 30% or more.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $125k the median BDM earns 32% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95k and nets roughly $91k after tax, and that is before commission, which for this role is often substantial. It comfortably carries a mortgage in the middle-ring suburbs. The one caveat is variability: weak sales quarters hit take-home hard because so much rides on target.
How much does a Senior Business Development Manager make in Sydney?
Senior BDMs in Sydney sit at a $170k median, reaching $222,500 at the top. The step up is about deal size and ownership: moving from named accounts to strategic or national deals, or into a Sales Manager seat leading a team. A track record of closed enterprise revenue is what carries the base into six figures, and commission does the rest.

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Business Development Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $125,000 —
Brisbane $125,000 ~same
Melbourne $125,000 ~same
Perth $125,000 ~same
Gold Coast $120,000 -4%

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