Location: Hybrid / Flexible (UK-based) - 1 day in the office
Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 + Benefits
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We're partnering with an award-winning international design and consultancy business that specialises in creating exceptional hospitality, leisure, and guest experiences for leading brands across the UK, Europe, and global markets.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Senior Business Development Manager to drive new business activity and strengthen relationships across the hospitality sector throughout the UK and Europe.
This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced Business Development professional or a commercially minded hospitality leader looking to transition into a strategic business development role. If you have strong industry connections, a passion for hospitality, and enjoy building relationships that create commercial opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
Reporting into the senior leadership team, you'll play a key role in identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities across hospitality, leisure, and food & beverage sectors.
Working closely with marketing, design, and operational teams, you'll be responsible for developing a strong pipeline of opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and helping position the business as a leading partner within the hospitality industry.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UK and European hospitality markets.
Build relationships with senior decision-makers, operators, developers, and hospitality brands.
Attend industry events, exhibitions, conferences, and networking functions.
Generate and manage a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities.
Lead client meetings, presentations, and proposal discussions.
Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling commercial proposals and presentations.
Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts, and business development reporting.
Contribute to growth strategies and market expansion plans.
Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions.About You
We're interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate:
Proven success in business development, sales, account management, or commercial leadership.
Strong understanding of the hospitality, leisure, or food & beverage sectors.
Existing industry network and ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.
Confidence working both independently and collaboratively.
A genuine interest in design, branding, customer experience, or hospitality innovation.
Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events when required.Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected international consultancy with an outstanding reputation in its sector.
You'll benefit from:
Salary of £60,000 - £80,000 depending on experience.
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Exposure to major hospitality and leisure brands.
A collaborative and supportive culture.
Genuine career progression opportunities.
The chance to combine commercial success with creativity, innovation, and guest experience
Salary description
£60000.00 - £80000.00 per year