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Business Development Manager (Parental Leave)

Company Description

Situated in the vibrant heart of the Cultural Precinct near the beautiful South Bank Parklands, Novotel Brisbane South Bank places you, and our guests, just moments away from premier destinations such as the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, and the Queensland Art Gallery.

Since welcoming our first guests in 2018, we've been dedicated to delivering exceptional, award-winning service and accommodation for both business and leisure travelers. Our ethos, "Hospitality is a work of Heart," drives us to create a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring our guests and team members feel valued and cared for.

At Novotel Brisbane South Bank, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and elevate your career while helping to create memorable experiences for our guests.

Job Description

With one of the leaders in our Sales & Marketing department going on parental leave, there is the opportunity for a Business Development Manager to take on a fixed-term contract, and drive the hotel's growth. 

This role requires a proactive individual with a strong focus on strategic sales, networking, and market analysis, to manage and develop business relationships across key market segments, including MICE, Corporate, Entertainment, and Sporting teams. 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with Professional Conference Organisers (PCOs), agents, corporate clients, and Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre to proactively source new business.
  • Monitor competitor activities and market trends, providing actionable insights to hotel leadership and revenue management teams.
  • Prepare and negotiate tenders, rates, and terms to secure new business while hosting site inspections and presentations for potential and current clients.
  • Collaborate with operational departments to ensure seamless implementation of new business, fostering excellence in customer service and repeat business opportunities.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve budget targets and ensure exceptional customer service, contributing to the hotel's long-term success. The below experience and skills will be advantageous to your application. 

  • Proven experience in business development or sales within the hospitality, events, or related industries.
  • Familiarity with Brisbane’s market segments, including MICE, Corporate, Entertainment, Sporting, and Leisure.
  • Strong Communication and Presentation: For conducting tenders, site inspections, and engaging clients to secure business deals and achieve revenue targets.
  • Organisational and time management skills to handle multiple accounts, appointments, and operational coordination seamlessly.

Please note: Only candidates with valid Australian working rights will be considered for this position, as we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Additional Information

What is in it for you?

  • Join an award-winning team that thinks outside the box!
  • Fun and friendly work environment. We have an 8.2/10 employee satisfaction score!
  • Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
  • Learning programs through our Learn Your Way Academie
  • Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
  • Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.
Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/ 

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

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Accor is global leader in corporate services, operates in nearly 100 countries with 150,000 employees. With more than 4,000 hotels worldwide, covering all segments from economy to upper upscale, Accor Hospitality, the Accor’s hotel offering, of...

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