Area Business Development Manager (Hospitality)
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- Wexford
- Permanent
- Full-time
This is a standout opportunity to represent three exceptional properties — a flagship 4‑star hotel, premium suites, and a stunning heritage venue — and play a key role in driving future growth.If you love building relationships, spotting opportunities, and elevating a brand’s market presence, this role is made for you.The opportunities in this role include:
- Join a thriving hospitality group with big ambitions.
- Represent beautiful, high‑profile properties with huge market potential.
- Take the lead in shaping sales strategy, building partnerships, and driving revenue.
- Work with a dynamic commercial team and enjoy real autonomy to make an impact.
- A role built for a natural relationship‑builder who enjoys being “front of house” in the business world.
- Drive new business across corporate, agency and travel sectors.
- Research, source and convert new commercial opportunities.
- Develop targeted sales campaigns and promotional strategies.
- Manage RFPs, contract negotiations and proposals.
- Attend trade shows, industry events and networking functions to generate leads.
- Build long‑lasting, personable relationships with clients and partners.
- Regular telesales and face‑to‑face client meetings.
- Monitor the market, analyse competitors and identify growth potential.
- Collaborate with operations, revenue and finance teams to ensure seamless delivery of all new business activity.
- Report regularly on sales performance, trends and opportunities.
- A polished, professional communicator who thrives under pressure.
- Strong relationship‑building skills — personable, positive and proactive.
- Highly organised with a results‑driven mindset.
- Professional appearance that reflects the brand’s premium standards.
- Deliver outstanding service in all interactions — internal and external.
- Uphold professionalism, integrity and brand standards at all times.
- Maintain excellent product knowledge across all venues.
- Support health & safety, sustainability and process compliance.
- Be an ambassador for excellence across the collection.
- Confident in client‑facing environments
- Passionate about hospitality and sales
- A natural networker
- Energetic, ambitious and commercially minded
- Seeking a role with real influence and visibility