Business Development Manager

A 5-star hotel and resort is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Business Development Manager (MICE) to drive sales, build relationships, and contribute to a premium guest experience.  

What's in it for you

• Competitive Salary with excellent benefits
• Mileage, corporate mobile, phone and laptop
• Employee Discount
• Free Parking
• Career Development and Training
• Opportunities for advancement      

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new corporate and conference business locally.
• Manage a portfolio of key accounts to grow revenue and maintain strong relationships.
• Conduct market research and monitor competitor activity.
• Track leads, follow up on opportunities, and attend sales appointments, site inspections, client events, and trade shows.
• Maintain current business relationships and network for new business accounts in Ireland and overseas.

Candidate Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in a hotel sales or business development role.
• Full clean driver’s license and own transport.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Customer-focused, self-motivated, and standards-driven.
• Experience setting and achieving sales targets and budgets.