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Business Development Account Executive – NSW Territory and Federal Government

Extreme Networks

remote,Sydney, AustraliaSalesFull-time
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Role details

The practical picture
Employment
Full-time

Work & location

Remote scope
NSW and/or Canberra

Inside the role

Qualifications
5-10 years in business development, account management, or enterprise sales 3+ years experience with Australian Federal Government customers Australian citizenship Experience in technology, infrastructure, or cyber sectors preferred
Role signal brief

The role, at a glance

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Extreme Networks is hiring a Business Development Account Executive to lead growth initiatives for the NSW Territory and Australian Federal Government. The role requires identifying and closing opportunities with federal departments while managing relationships with senior decision-makers and procurement stakeholders. Candidates must hold Australian citizenship and have significant experience in government sales.

Remote scope
NSW and/or Canberra

What you need

  • 5-10 years in business development, account management, or enterprise sales
  • 3+ years experience with Australian Federal Government customers
  • Australian citizenship
  • Experience in technology, infrastructure, or cyber sectors preferred

What you will own

  • 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
  • Develop territory plans and account strategies tailored to each agency’s mission, budget cycle, and transformation goals
  • Lead the entire sales lifecycle from lead generation through to negotiation and contract closure
  • Operate within Australian Federal Government procurement regulations, supplier engagement protocols, and ethical guidelines
Core skills
Enterprise SalesPublic Sector ProcurementRelationship ManagementPipeline ManagementConsultative SalesContract NegotiationCRMTechnical Presentation
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  • must_have “A minimum of 5 years and up to 10 years of experience in a business development, account management, or enterprise sales role.”
  • must_have “At least 3 years of experience working directly with Australian Federal Government customers”
  • must_have “Australian citizenship is required.”
  • salary “Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive compensation”
  • location “Job location: remote,Sydney, Australia”
  • remote_scope “NSW and/or Canberra”
enterprise salespublic sector procurementrelationship managementpipeline management
Role brief
Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before and with double digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver better outcomes on scale, than Extreme.   Come become part of something big with us! We are a global leader, with hubs in Europe, North America, South America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.   Position: Business Development Account Executive – NSW Territory and Federal Government Location: NSW and/or Canberra Department: Sales (Business Development) Reports To: Director, Government Sales – Australia and New Zealand   Position Overview Extreme Networks is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Account Executive to lead our growth initiatives within the NSW Territory and Australian Federal Government and affiliated agencies. This role is responsible for identifying, developing, and closing opportunities across key departments, driving digital transformation through secure, cloud-driven networking solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a consultative sales approach, a strong understanding of public sector procurement, and a desire to grow Extreme’s presence in the national infrastructure and public services landscape.

Key Responsibilities

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    • New Business Development
  • 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.
  • Proactively engage with ecosystem partners, systems integrators, and government contractors to build pipeline.
    • Account and Territory Management
  • Develop territory plans and account strategies tailored to each agency’s mission, budget cycle, and transformation goals.
  • Align Extreme Networks’ capabilities to government priorities such as cybersecurity, secure access, remote connectivity, and infrastructure resilience.
    • Sales Execution and Pipeline Management
  • Lead the entire sales lifecycle from lead generation through to negotiation and contract closure.
  • Maintain accurate pipeline forecasts and opportunity records using the company’s customer relationship management platform.
    • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Partner with Extreme’s 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.
    • Compliance and Government Alignment
  • 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.

    • Qualifications and Experience

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    • Experience 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.
    • Skills and Attributes
  • 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.
    • Clearance and Eligibility
  • 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.
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    Additional

    Why Join Extreme Networks At Extreme Networks, we help organizations build smarter, faster, and more secure networks through cloud-based management, automation, and AI-powered support. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in helping government agencies improve national connectivity, security, and operational efficiency. We offer a supportive and flexible work environment with strong local leadership and a global innovation culture.   Compensation and Benefits Competitive base salary with performance-based incentive compensation Superannuation and full benefits package Paid leave, volunteer time off, and personal development opportunities Support for relevant industry certifications and training