Business Development Manager

The Relais Henley; Henley-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An upscale hotel group located in Henley-on-Thames is searching for a Business Development Manager to lead business growth strategies. The ideal candidate will bring proven hotel sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a drive for guest satisfaction. This position offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 plus bonuses, with a hybrid working model and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Salary £35,000 - £40,000 + bonus (OTE 50%) + company car

Hybrid working: office, hotels, home

28 days holiday

Meals on duty

Cycle scheme

Hotel discounts

Social events

Team activities

Qualifications

• Proven hotel sales experience with successful results.
• Charisma and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate and present effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement and contribute to MICE and Agency sales plans.
• Seek new business opportunities and make the right contacts.
• Build relationships with agents and corporates.
• Attend trade shows and networking events.

Skills

Hotel sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Flexibility for travel

Positive attitude

Tools

CRM software

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Client:

The Relais Henley

Location:

Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

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Expiry Date:

25.09.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a natural deal-maker with unstoppable energy, magnetic personality, and a knack for turning a conversation into a contract?

Then come and make waves with The Relais Retreats! This is not just another sales job; it’s your chance to shape the future of our two boutique waterside hotels in Henley-on-Thames and Bexhill-on-Sea. We’re looking for a go-getter Group Business Development Manager who loves to connect, inspire, and win new business, especially in the Agency and local corporate segments.

Why join us?

Because we’re more than hotels; we’re places where stories are made, ideas flow, and people return again and again. Help us spread that magic far and wide!

Your mission

As our new Group Business Development Manager, you’ll drive our growth, working with our COO to craft strategies, build partnerships, and fill our rooms and event spaces with guests who love what we do.

You’ll charm agents, woo corporates, attend networking events, and convert leads into loyal business. No two days are the same; you’ll be pitching, planning, hosting, analyzing, and closing deals.

What you’ll be doing:

• Implementing our MICE and Agency sales plans and contributing ideas.
• Seeking new opportunities and making the right contacts.
• Building relationships with agents, corporates, and event bookers.
• Hosting FAM trips, site visits, and virtual tours.
• Attending trade shows and networking events.
• Using CRM to track leads and deals.
• Reporting and analyzing performance.
• Collaborating with hotel teams to achieve targets.

*Travel between hotels, attend events, visit agents and clients, with flexibility for overnight stays, evenings, and weekends required.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven hotel sales experience with successful results.
• Charisma and excellent communication skills.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented.
• Flexibility for travel and hosting events.
• Positive attitude and passion for guest satisfaction.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary £35,000 - £40,000 + bonus (OTE 50%) + company car.
• Hybrid working: office, hotels, home.
• 28 days holiday, meals on duty, cycle scheme, hotel discounts, social events, team activities.
• Join a fun, supportive team and shape your success.

Ready to grow with us?

If you’re energetic, thrive fast-paced, and want to promote The Relais Retreats, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and make something amazing happen.

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