Business Development Associate

About Verterra

Verterra Ecological Engineering is a leader in nature-based solutions, land and water rehabilitation, and applied ecological science. We deliver innovative, scientifically grounded approaches that restore function to landscapes, support communities, and create long-term environmental and economic value.

Verterra values integrity, accountability, innovation and stewardship. We seek to build natural capital by regenerating and restoring ecosystem health while supporting and productive land use.

The Role

Are you a driven networker with a passion for the environment? We are looking for a commercially minded Business Development Associate to help grow our presence across ecological restoration, nature-based solutions, and ecosystem services.

This role would suit someone who enjoys building relationships, identifying opportunities, supporting proposals, and working closely with technical teams to help turn client needs into practical project opportunities.

The successful candidate will work closely with Verterra’s Managing Director and General Manager, gaining exposure to executive decision-making, and building a pathway toward a senior leadership role.

What You'll Do

Business Development & Growth

• Help identify and pursue new business opportunities nationally and internationally in ecological engineering, natural capital and ecosystem services.

• Build and manage relationships with clients, government agencies, industry partners, Indigenous organisations, and research institutions.

• Represent Verterra at conferences, industry events, and stakeholder meetings.

• Collaborate with the Managing Director and the General Manager and technical teams on proposals, scoping documents, EOI responses, partnership proposals, tender responses and client communications.

• Assist with development of frameworks, systems, and processes to improve efficiency in business development and strategic functions.

Strategic Support

• Provide direct support to the Managing Director in strategic planning, opportunity assessment, business models and organisational development.

• Participate in high-level meetings, follow up actions, and ensure continuity across business initiatives.

• Work closely with the Managing Director to develop an executive-level understanding of operations, innovation pathways, and corporate strategy.

• Assist in the preparation of presentations, board papers, and strategic briefing documents.

• Work with internal and external teams to develop marketing collateral and thought leadership content to help build Verterra’s brand presence in Ecological Engineering across priority sectors.

What we're looking for

• Degree in Environmental Science, Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Engineering, Business, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, or related field.

• Five to ten years' experience in business development, consulting, or environmental services (the right candidate matters more than years).

• Strong networker with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Outstanding written communication comfortable drafting proposals, reports, and client communications.

• Solid understanding of environmental management and the ability to translate technical concepts into business opportunities.

• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.

• Eager to learn, grow, and step into greater responsibility over time.

Why Join Verterra?

By joining Verterra you will become part of a dynamic and motivated team at the forefront of finding ways for nature and society to beneficiary co-exist, while developing executive management skills including:

• Exposure to executive decision-making from day one.

• Direct mentorship from the Managing Director.

• Clear progression pathway toward Business Development Manager, Strategy Lead, or other senior roles.

• Work on meaningful projects at the intersection of ecology, engineering, social licence and sustainable development.

• Hands-on involvement in project delivery, stakeholder meetings, and industry engagement.

Send us your CV and a short Cover Letter outlining your interest in the role.

For further information, please email: ***email_hidden***