Director of Business Development - Luxury Resort (Penang)

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts; Sandown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel resort in the UK is seeking a Director of Business Development. This role involves implementing sales strategies, attending trade shows, and driving business development within the market. Ideal candidates should have at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, a diploma in hotel management, and be bilingual in English and Malay. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for engaging with business partners and customers.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years working experience in business development or related field.
• Experience managing a government portfolio is preferred.
• Relevant experience in corporate and wholesale sector.

Responsibilities

• Implement sales action plans related to the assigned market.
• Attend trade shows and promotional events.
• Drive business development within the assigned market segment.

Skills

Sales and Marketing passion

Team player

Creative problem-solving

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Bilingual (English & Malay)

Education

College Graduate / Diploma in Hotel Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A prestigious hotel resort in the UK is seeking a Director of Business Development. This role involves implementing sales strategies, attending trade shows, and driving business development within the market. Ideal candidates should have at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, a diploma in hotel management, and be bilingual in English and Malay. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for engaging with business partners and customers.