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Hiring SDRs in Melbourne: What You Need to Know

Good — Australia's second city, strong fintech and healthtech SDR pool. Strong fintech and healthcare SaaS culture. Slightly less competitive than Sydney.

SDR Salary Benchmarks in Melbourne

Based on current market data for Melbourne (Australia):

• Average Base Salary: AUD $70,000–$90,000
• Average OTE: AUD $120,000–$160,000
• Salary vs. National Average: N/A (market rate)
• Hiring Difficulty: Low-Medium

Want a precise salary benchmark? Use our free SDR Salary Benchmarker to get ranges by city, industry, and experience level.

How to Hire SDRs in Melbourne Without a Recruiter

Traditional SDR recruiting in Melbourne costs $15,000–$30,000 in recruiter fees per hire. Shortlist cuts that to $0.

• Post your role in 2 minutes (company name + role type + email)
• AI sources candidates from Melbourne and surrounding regions
• Get 5 pre-screened candidates with match scores in 48 hours
• Interview only the candidates you want
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What Makes a Great SDR in Melbourne?

The Melbourne market has its own characteristics. Strong fintech and healthcare SaaS culture. Slightly less competitive than Sydney. When evaluating candidates, look for:

• Outbound prospecting experience (cold calling, email sequences, LinkedIn)
• CRM proficiency (Salesforce, HubSpot, or equivalent)
• Track record of quota attainment
• Coachability and willingness to iterate on messaging
• Communication skills that match your target buyer persona

Use our SDR Interview Question Generator to build a structured interview for Melbourne candidates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to hire an SDR in Melbourne?

With Shortlist, you receive 5 pre-vetted candidates within 48 hours of posting. Traditional recruiter timelines in Melbourne are 4–8 weeks.

What's a realistic SDR salary in Melbourne?

Base salaries in Melbourne typically range from AUD $70,000–$90,000, with OTE of AUD $120,000–$160,000. Use our salary benchmarker for a precise range based on your industry and stage.

Does Shortlist only source local Melbourne candidates?

By default, we match candidates within your preferred region. You can specify remote-only or office-required in your role posting.