BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - ICONIC VENUE GROUP

Posted 21 April 2017
SalaryNegotiable
Job type Permanent
Reference15373/002_1492758143
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

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Great opportunity to join a leading company and drive forward the sales of several of their most prestigious London venues!

THE COMPANY

With an established base and a client list to die for this company are at the forefront of the market. With venues across London they are one of the leading players in their field hosting a range of high profile events across the year in their prestigious venues. From conferences and project launches through to networking events, film premiers and awards dinners they really can provide something for everyone. With strong relationships in the market and an unrivalled presence there has never been a better time to join!

THE ROLE

Due to some exciting growth plans there is now an opportunity for a proven Business Development Manager to come on board and maximise revenue across the portfolio, with a focus on 2 of their most iconic venues!

A broad role responsibilities include:

  • Developing a sales strategy

  • Proactively targeting new businesses

  • Driving revenue forward across the venues

  • Ensuring current accounts are maximised

  • Identifying opportunities

  • Pitching for business

  • Working closely with internal delivery and marketing teams

  • Building and developing relationships

  • Ensuring you are kept up to date with industry trends

  • Being on site when necessary to develop and strengthen relationships

THE PERSON

Candidates must have a solid and proven background of proactive sales, with figures in support of this. In addition candidates need to have extensive knowledge of the events sector and ideally strong London venue knowledge. Candidates must be client facing and have significant strengths in pitching for business and developing relationships. More importantly candidates must have a passion for events and an enthusiasm to work for one of the leading companies in London!

This is great opportunity to utilise your sales experience in an environment where you will be given the opportunity to thrive (and be financially rewarded for your success)!

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across marketing, creative and events. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.