Business Development Officer (Venue Hire, Corporate Partnerships, Events)

Wonderseekers; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Business Development Officer to enhance their commercial strategy and manage client partnerships at Winchester Science Centre. The role involves driving revenue through venue hire and corporate events, overseeing event planning, and developing new business opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in business development and excellent communication skills. The position offers a flexible schedule and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Health Schemes

Life Assurance

Holiday Buy/Sell

Discounts

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Free Tickets

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in business development, venue hire, sales, or events management.
• Proven ability to generate revenue and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue through proactive venue promotion and sales strategies.
• Manage client relationships from inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Oversee event planning and execution.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Job description

Business Development Officer (Venue Hire, Corporate Partnerships, Events)

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Job Overview

This role at Winchester Science Centre involves shaping our commercial strategy, managing client partnerships, and increasing revenue through venue hire and corporate events. You will oversee event planning, coordinate with internal teams, and develop new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive revenue through proactive venue promotion and sales strategies.
• Develop and pursue new corporate partnerships.
• Manage client relationships from inquiry to post-event follow-up.
• Oversee event planning and execution, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Support marketing efforts to promote the venue hire services.
• Lead and motivate event staff, ensuring safety and service standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in business development, venue hire, sales, or events management.
• Proven ability to generate revenue and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Organized, commercially minded, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Additional Information

Hours: 30–37.5 hours/week, flexible schedule including evenings/weekends.

Contract: Permanent.

Location: Winchester Science Centre and occasionally at Wonderseekers HQ, with some remote work possible post-probation.

Benefits include health schemes, life assurance, holiday buy/sell, discounts, electric vehicle scheme, free tickets, and more.

Application Process

Apply via our recruitment portal: Application Link.

For inquiries or informal chats, email [e-mail].

About Wonderseekers

Wonderseekers, operating Winchester Science Centre, aims to engage children with science through hands-on experiences, a planetarium, and inclusive programming, welcoming over 170,000 visitors annually.