GM, Business Development ANZ

The Trade Desk is at an inflection point. As one of Australia's fastest-growing advertising technology businesses, we're helping the world's leading brands and agencies navigate a period of unprecedented change in media, data and AI. Reporting directly to the VP of Business Development (Country Lead), this role represents one of the most influential commercial leadership positions in the market. You will lead a high-performing team of 30+ Business Development professionals, oversee our national growth strategy across Holdcos, Independent Agencies and Brand Direct, and help shape the future direction of both our business and the broader industry. Backed by an exceptional leadership bench, an award-winning culture and a track record of sustained growth, this is a rare opportunity to leave a lasting mark on one of the most dynamic companies in advertising.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

Lead and Inspire a High-Performing Team 

• Lead, develop and inspire a team of 30+ Business Development professionals and people managers. 
• Set the pace, energy and tone for the broader Business Development org. 
• Create an environment where high performers can thrive and build meaningful careers. 
• Identify, develop and mentor future leaders. 
• Build succession plans and organizational capability that support long-term growth. 
• Navigate complexity, providing clear direction and decision making through ambiguity.
• Set the bar for operational excellence.

Drive Growth through Deep & Strategic Partnerships 

• Lead Business Development strategy and execution across Holdco, Independent Agencies and Brands Direct. 
• Deliver against ambitious growth objectives while deepening strategic client partnerships. 
• Partner with senior client executives to unlock long-term partnerships that deliver mutual growth. 
• Be an entrepreneurial problem solver, identifying and exploiting growth opportunities.  
• Identify emerging opportunities and changing market dynamics that influence customer investment decisions. 

Shape the Future of the Organization 

• Constantly challenge and iterate team structures, operating models and processes to maximize performance and accountability. 
• Assess future capability requirements across areas such as AI, identity, measurement, CTV, retail media and data-driven marketing. 
• Ensure the organization remains agile and capable amid ongoing industry disruption. 

Be a thought Leader 

• Bring a strong, informed point of view on the future of advertising, media and technology. 
• Serve as a senior industry voice and ambassador for The Trade Desk. 
• Engage confidently with C-level clients, agency leadership and industry stakeholders. 
• Speak at industry events and contribute to industry thought leadership. 

Collaborate and Influence Internally 

• Build strong partnerships across Client Services, Client Strategy, Product, Marketing, Inventory & Data Partnerships and Executive Leadership both locally and globally. 
• Align cross functional teams to drive growth.  
• Drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups. 

WHO YOU ARE 

A Proven Commercial Leader 

• 15+ years experience within digital advertising, ad technology or media sales. 
• Significant experience leading outbound sales organizations within either Ad Tech, Digital Publishing or Media. 
• Track record of delivering and exceeding revenue targets. 
• Deep relationships across Holdcos, Indies and Brand Direct advertiser communities. 

A Builder of High-Performing Teams 

• You create energy, momentum and belief. 
• You set ambitious goals and inspire others to achieve them. 
• You are passionate about developing talent and building careers. 
• You have a proven track record of attracting, retaining & developing exceptional people. 
• You talk straight, listen hard and collaborate deeply.  

A Strategic and Operational Leader 

• You are equally comfortable thinking about org design as you are about revenue growth. 
• You have experience designing and optimizing team structures and operating models. 
• Bring strong organizational discipline and attention to detail. 
• Balance strategic thinking with operational execution. 
• Can critically evaluate processes and implement scalable and efficient improvements. 

A Thought Leader 

• You have a clear point of view on the future of media & advertising over next 3–5 years. 
• You possess a deep understanding of digital media, ad-tech and marketing ecosystems. 
• You have strong expertise across key growth channels including AI, BVOD, Audio, Retail Media and Digital Out-of-Home. 
• You understand the technology and market forces reshaping the industry. 
• You are confident speaking publicly and influencing senior audiences. 

Collaborative by Nature 

• You build trust and rapport quickly. 
• You adapt your leadership style to different personalities and situations. 
• You value diverse perspectives and foster inclusive decision-making. 
• You influence through credibility, relationships and collaboration. 

Calm Under Pressure 

• You roll up your sleeves and lead from the front. Everyone gets their hands dirty!  
• You navigate ambiguity confidently. 
• You make thoughtful decisions in complex environments. 
• You can juggle multiple priorities without losing focus. 
• You bring a calm head during periods of change or uncertainty.