Hotel Business Development Manager

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 aHotel Business Development Managerto lead proactive business development and secure direct corporate bookings, with a strong emphasis on growing national and local accounts. As aBusiness 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 mindedBusiness Development Managerto make a real impact within a high-profile property.

Key Responsibilities for thisHotel Business Development ManagerRole:

• 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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