About The Role
The Local Guys Services is looking for a confident, motivated and organised Business Development Executive to join our growing Support Centre team in Adelaide.
This is a sales-focused role suited to someone who enjoys speaking with businesses, creating opportunities, building relationships and helping new clients get started with our services.
You will be responsible for contacting larger organisations across Australia, introducing The Local Guys’ services, identifying opportunities, assisting with new client onboarding, and supporting tender applications for government and non-government work.
You do not need to be an experienced tender specialist. If you are confident with sales, communication, follow-up and attention to detail, we can help train you in the tender process.
This role would suit someone who is hungry, proactive, professional and comfortable making outbound calls, following up opportunities and helping turn new enquiries into long-term clients.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Outbound Sales
Contact larger organisations across Australia to introduce The Local Guys’ services
Identify opportunities for Electrical Test & Tag, Pest Control, Cleaning and Carpet Cleaning services
Build relationships with decision-makers and key contacts
Follow up leads, enquiries and opportunities in a professional and consistent way
Help grow The Local Guys’ client base across Australia and New Zealand
Maintain accurate notes and follow-up activity in our CRM
New Client Support & Onboarding
Assist new larger clients as they come into the business
Help gather required site information, contacts, service details and onboarding requirements
Work with internal team members to ensure new clients are handed over smoothly
Communicate clearly with clients during the early stages of the relationship
Help create a professional and organised first impression for new clients
Tender & Proposal Support
Assist with government and non-government tender opportunities
Help gather information required for tender submissions
Support the preparation of proposals, documents and responses
Track tender deadlines and required information
Work with management and internal team members to submit opportunities on time
Learn and improve your tender skills as the role develops
Internal Coordination
Work closely with our Support Centre team to ensure new opportunities are actioned properly
Communicate with the operations and client services team when new work is secured
Ensure client expectations are clear before work is handed over
Help keep sales, onboarding and tender processes organised and up to date
About You
We are looking for someone with a strong sales mindset, good communication skills and the ability to follow a process.
You will ideally have:
Experience in sales, business development, customer service or account support
Confidence making outbound calls and starting conversations with new businesses
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A proactive attitude and willingness to follow up consistently
Good attention to detail and organisational skills
The ability to manage multiple opportunities at once
Confidence using CRM systems, email and basic business software
A professional phone manner and strong written communication skills
A positive, resilient and self-motivated approach
You Do Not Need To Have
Tender writing experience
Government contract experience
National account management experience
Franchising experience
These would be helpful, but they are not essential. We are more interested in finding someone with the right attitude, sales ability, communication style and willingness to learn.
Bonus Points For
Experience in B2B sales
Experience selling services to businesses
Experience with outbound calling or lead generation
Experience preparing proposals or quotes
Experience in trades, facilities, franchising, cleaning, pest control or compliance services
What We Offer
$75,000 base salary + commission
Full-time role, Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
A modern Adelaide CBD office on King William Street
Onsite gym access
Excellent public transport access
A supportive and growing team environment
Training and support around tenders, proposals and our services
A fast-paced role with genuine opportunity to grow
A day off on your birthday
The chance to be part of a rapidly expanding franchise group
About Us
The Local Guys Services is a fast-growing, service-based franchise group operating across Australia and New Zealand.
Our divisions include:
Electrical Test & Tag
Pest Control
Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
We support Franchise Partners across the network and work with clients who need reliable services across multiple locations.
As a family-built franchise, we value strong relationships, clear communication, positive personalities and people who take pride in doing things properly.
Ready to Apply?
If you are confident, motivated and enjoy creating new business opportunities, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience in sales, business development, customer service or working with business clients.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Police Clearance Check.
