The company
Enable Network provides over 160,000 local families, businesses, schools, healthcare and community service providers with world-class fibre broadband in greater Ōtautahi. ‘Connecting our Community with Unlimited Opportunity’ is Enable’s purpose.
Enable is 100% owned by the people of Christchurch, through the Christchurch City Council and alongside their owners, they are committed to being carbon neutral in their operations by 2030. Serving the community is at the heart of everything they do and this is a fantastic opportunity to join the team.
The role
Enable are looking for a Senior Business Development Manager, this is a relationship driven role with fantastic scope, you’ll work at the front end of Enable’s growth - identifying, shaping and securing major development opportunities across Christchurch, Queenstown and beyond.
You’ll build trusted, long-term relationships with developers, councils, surveyors, planners and industry partners, bringing the voice of the customer back into Enable and helping them become the preferred network partner for connected communities. This is not transactional sales - it’s strategic, consultative and outcomes-focused.
You’ll have the autonomy to shape strategy, the credibility to operate at a senior level, and the backing of a collaborative commercial and delivery team to turn opportunity into reality.
Lead strategic business development across major residential and commercial developments, helping expand the fibre network into high-growth areas and new markets
Create meaningful, long-term partnerships with developers, councils and industry stakeholders, built on trust and commercial value
Identify, shape and secure new growth opportunities by understanding customer needs, market trends and commercial drivers early in the development lifecycle
Develop compelling commercial offers and business cases, working closely with internal delivery, design and commercial teams to bring solutions to life
Act as the voice of the customer within the business, ensuring customer experience, delivery outcomes and commercial goals stay aligned
Operate with a high level of autonomy, energy and ownership, representing the organisation professionally while driving sustainable, long-term growth
About you
A natural relationship-builder who can engage confidently at a senior level building trust and credibility across a wide range of stakeholders
Proven senior business development experience with a track record of identifying opportunities and turning them into sustainable, long-term outcomes
Experience in property development, infrastructure, construction or telecommunications, with an understanding of how complex projects move from concept to delivery
Strong commercial judgement, including the ability to shape business cases, assess value, and balance customer needs with commercial objectives
Confident and comfortable presenting to varied audiences, from developers and technical teams through to councils, community groups and governance forums
Self-driven and outcomes-focused while collaborating effectively, with a reputation for integrity, resilience and follow through
What they offer
$67 towards a monthly broadband allowance
An annual paid ‘Refresh Me’ day off, a free day off to fill your cup!
Health Insurance with Southern Cross (Wellbeing One)
Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment
A modern office in the heart of the city that is Green Star 4 rated
$250 toward an annual sustainability and wellbeing allowance