▼14%
AU$116,930
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
10%
A$82k
MEDIAN
A$117k
90%
A$179k
The average salary for a Senior Business Development Manager is AU$116,930 in 2025
Base Salary
AU$82k - AU$179k
Bonus
AU$5k - AU$49k
Profit Sharing
AU$0 - AU$50k
Commission
AU$6k - AU$59k
Total Pay
AU$95k - AU$213k
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Business Development Manager
Medical
14%
Dental
7%
Vision
7%
None
86%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Business Development Managers
Male
56.3%
Female
37.5%
Prefer to self-define
6.3%
This data is based on 32 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Senior Business Development Managers
What is the highest pay for Senior Business Development Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Business Development Manager is A$179k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Business Development Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Business Development Manager is A$82k / year
How can Senior Business Development Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Business Development Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Business Development Manager that oversees more junior Senior Business Development Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.