BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Winchester seeks a Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth. You will enjoy a competitive salary up to £49,500 plus bonuses, flexible hybrid working, and excellent benefits like health club membership and discounted hotel stays. Previous experience in Hospitality sales is essential. If you're ready to step up your career, apply now!

Benefits

Free health club membership

Discounted hotel stays

Family & friends hotel discounts

33 days holiday

Funded training & professional qualifications

Ongoing learning & development opportunities

'Refer a friend' scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or Sales Manager in Hospitality.
• Proactive approach to lead generation.
• Full UK driving licence with flexible travel availability.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new sales opportunities.
• Manage existing local and national accounts.
• Conduct client visits and networking activities.
• Represent the hotel at events and exhibitions.
• Deliver measurable revenue growth.

Skills

Confident communication

Sales passion

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Job description

Business Development Manager - Earn up to £49,500 - plus flexible hybrid working!

Looking to take the next step in your Hospitality sales career? Join a leading Hotel as a Business Development Manager in Winchester, where you'll enjoy a competitive salary, generous bonus potential, and excellent benefits including free health club membership.

About the role:

As a Business Development Manager based in Winchester, you'll play a key part in driving revenue across hotel and leisure services. This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds – you'll be out meeting clients, attending industry events, and exploring new opportunities, with time each week to focus on strategic planning from home. It's an exciting position for a motivated Sales Manager ready to make an impact.

Please note that previous Hotel Sales Manager experience is essential for this role.

Why apply? You'll enjoy:

• £41,250 salary
• Plus up to 20% of your salary in performance bonuses
• Free health club membership
• Discounted hotel stays
• Family & friends hotel discounts
• 33 days holiday
• Funded training & professional qualifications
• Ongoing learning & development opportunities
• Access to Hospitality Action Employee Assistance Programme
• 'Refer a friend' scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• Identify and convert new sales opportunities
• Manage existing local and national accounts
• Conduct client visits, networking, and market analysis
• Represent the hotel at events and exhibitions
• Deliver measurable revenue growth across all segments

What we're looking for:

You'll be a confident communicator with a passion for sales and a strong understanding of the hospitality sector.

• Proven experience within Hospitality as a Business Development Manager or Sales Manager
• A proactive approach to lead generation and relationship building
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across your region (commutable from Southampton, Basingstoke & Portsmouth)

If you're ready to take the next step as a Business Development Manager in Winchester, we'd love to hear from you - apply now!