Are you a confident relationship builder with a strategic mindset and a passion for uncovering new business?
Our client, a luxury and prestigious hotel, is looking for a Hotel Business Development Manager to lead proactive business development and secure direct corporate bookings, with a strong emphasis on growing national and local accounts. As a Business Development Manager, your focus will be on identifying and developing revenue-generating opportunities across key market sectors. You'll work closely with internal teams and external clients to grow business from both new and existing accounts, particularly in the MICE sector.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and commercially minded Business Development Manager to make a real impact within a high-profile property.
Key Responsibilities for this Hotel Business Development Manager Role:
Research and target new business leads through client visits, calls, events and networking opportunities
Drive MICE business and develop partnerships with key corporate clients
Organise and host site visits, show rounds and FAM trips to showcase the venue's offering
Represent the business at relevant trade shows and exhibitions
Support reactive sales efforts by assisting in enquiry conversion and building strong commercial relationships
Stay informed about the competitive landscape and industry trends
Manage account tracking, reporting and the renewal of corporate agreements
What Theyre Looking For:
Proven experience in a similar sales role, ideally within the meetings, events or hospitality sectors
Strong commercial instincts and a keen eye for new opportunities
Confident communicator with excellent presentation and negotiation skills
Highly organised, self-motivated, and results driven
Comfortable working independently and collaborating with wider teams
A professional yet personable approach with the ability to build rapport quickly
Benefits:
Performance-based bonus
Free car parking
Staff, friends and family rates
Life Assurance
Wellbeing & retail discount platform
Free meals on duty
Long service awards
Training and development
If you're an experience Hotel Business Development Manager, confident building strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities, wed love to hear from you.
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