Business Development Manager
£30-50k + Benefits
Bristol
Job Description
A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced business development professional with a background working in hotels / luxury hospitality settings.
As Business Development Manager, you will develop and execute sales strategies that directly contribute to the company’s revenue and reputation. This includes setting and achieving clear targets in collaboration with the Head of Business Development and senior management team, while identifying emerging market opportunities.
You will bring strategic energy, strong relationship-building skills, and a natural flair for connecting with discerning hotel clients and private individuals alike.
Your role will involve:
Develop new client opportunities through strategic outreach and networking
Build and maintain a database of hotel and private client prospects using CRM tools (e.g. ACT)
Maintain and grow existing client relationships to maximise repeat business
Respond swiftly to enquiries and proactively follow up via phone and email
Communicate detailed and accurate briefs to project and design teams
Conduct market research within local boutique hospitality and residential sectors
Monitor competitors and identify sales threats and opportunities
Contribute to the annual and quarterly sales/marketing plans
Create targeted marketing and seasonal campaign strategies
Manage advertising campaigns across relevant industry publications
Ensure client expectations are clearly communicated and met by internal teams
Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure resource agility and delivery timelines
You will be the ideal candidate due to your:
Previous experience in similar business development role working in the hotel sector
Previous experience of meeting sales targets through the successful implementation of sales and marketing plans
Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities
Proactive, solution-oriented communicator
Confident enforcing quality and performance standards
Knowledge of safety, fire procedures, and welfare policies
Competent in relevant IT systems and CRM platforms
Valid UK driving licence
If you are looking to join a supportive, positive business with an excellent track record then please apply now!
Job reference: VR/10507
Disclaimer
Please ensure that your contact details, including email address, are on your CV.
If you have not heard from us within five working days of application, please assume that you have not been successful. We will keep your details on file. Should a suitable position come up we will contact you.
