Business Management Partner

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 5 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $106,689 - $126,039). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

The Department

The Television and Online Content Division’s purpose is to make SBS Australia's most distinctive media organisation focused on delivering a clear promise to our audiences, to inspire them to seek out different perspectives, to feel a sense of connection, belonging and empowerment.

The Role

We’re looking for a skilled and collaborative Business Management Partner to join our TV & Online Content team at SBS. This role reports to the Business Manager and plays a key part in ensuring the financial and operational health of one of our most dynamic portfolios.

In this role, you will:

• Provide timely financial and business advice to the Business Manager and Finance team, helping ensure the portfolio operates effectively within its budget.

• Partner closely with internal stakeholders to offer guidance and solutions on a broad range of business management matters — including finance, resource allocation, and operational planning.

• Take the lead on key finance functions including preparing annual budgets, forecasts, monthly variance analysis, and quarterly business reviews.

• Build and maintain robust budgeting and forecasting models to help inform strategic decisions.

• Support the Business Manager to develop business cases and financial modelling that align with portfolio goals and priorities.

About you
You're a proactive and thoughtful business management partner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving problems. You’re not just confident with numbers, you also value collaboration and clear communication.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

• Great communication and relationship-building skills to support effective stakeholder engagement.

• Sharp attention to detail, strong accuracy, and confidence working independently.

• A background in finance, accounting, or business management (tertiary qualifications are a plus).

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with systems like Oracle, TM1, or Concur (or a willingness to learn).

• A passion for supporting a purpose-driven organisation that values inclusion, diversity, and public service.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind, we can look at how we can bridge the gaps!

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

• The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia!
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!
• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.
• We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!
• We also love to promote from within! We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact [email protected] and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!