Business Development Representative, Event Solutions

About Cvent

Cvent is a global provider of technology for meetings, events, and hospitality, supporting more than 4,800 employees and nearly 22,000 customers across the world. Established in 1999, the company offers an end-to-end platform for event marketing and management, along with software tools for hotels, special event venues, and destinations that want to strengthen their group/MICE and corporate travel business.

Cvent’s culture is built around its people and encourages intrapreneurship, giving employees the freedom to act with ownership, take initiative, embrace calculated risk, and make decisions with an entrepreneurial mindset. The company values agility and diversity, and promotes a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed and shared connections are strengthened.

Role Overview

Cvent is hiring a Business Development Representative to gain strong experience in sales, business development, and customer relationship management. The role begins with four weeks of advanced sales training before joining a high-performing, diverse sales team. The position focuses on creating the first connection with prospective and existing customers, supporting growth and market expansion for the company.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the initial contact for prospective customers and share relevant product details.
• Identify potential leads and assess them for qualification.
• Work closely with the senior sales team to support new business targets.
• Represent the company at industry events to connect with potential customers.
• Help increase attendance for seminars and online demonstrations.
• Share customer and market feedback that can inform product improvements.
• Develop relationships over the phone and manage a high-volume outbound calling schedule.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is highly driven, communicates clearly, and performs well in a fast-paced, energetic environment. This role is suited to someone who wants to make a direct contribution to company growth and who enjoys working with customers and sales targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance.
• 6 months to 2+ years of experience in technology or software sales.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and personal leadership.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to team goals.
• Sound business judgement, professional ethics, and high integrity.
• Comfortable building relationships and engaging prospects by phone.
• Prepared to handle 50–60 outbound calls each day.

Additional Information

The role is based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and is a full-time onsite position.

Training is provided during the first four weeks of employment.

The job description does not mention salary, benefits, or vacancy count.