As we continue to grow our business in both leisure and corporate markets, we are looking for a Business Development Executive to join our dynamic Sales & Marketing team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual with a passion for sales, hospitality, and relationship building. You will be responsible for developing new business opportunities across a range of markets - including MICE, corporate, group, and leisure - while also nurturing existing client relationships.
Key responsibilities:
Research, identify and convert new business opportunities, establishing initial customer contacts, delivering over-the-phone and in-person presentations with all key decision makers
Actively network to generate referrals and brand visibility in the sector
Develop customised proposals and presentations to convert leads into business, consistently delivering exceptional service
Build strong relationships with corporate clients, agents, tour operators, and event organisers
Represent the Slieve Russell at trade shows, networking events, and sales missions
Collaborate with the marketing team on targeted campaigns and promotional activity
Conduct site inspections, familiarisation trips, and tailored presentations
Maintain accurate records and reporting via the CRM and sales pipeline tools
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
* At least two years business development experience in a sales or business development role
* Strong understanding of the Irish and UK corporate, MICE, or tourism sectors
* Excellent communication, presentation, organisational and negotiation skills
* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel as required
* Familiarity with CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite
* Strong understanding of sales, marketing, digital and revenue strategies.
* Commercial attitude and proactive sales approach.
* Highly motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative meeting targets and deadlines.
Excellent Employee Benefits and Career Opportunities working with us:
The Slieve Russell Hotel and Country Club is certified a Great Place to Work 2024
Benefits of working with us:
* Best Workplace Ireland in Hospitality 2025
* Great Place to Work Team Award 2025
* Top 20 Large Best Workplace Ireland
* Certified Great Place to Work for 3 Consecutive Years
* Best Place to Work 2024
* Best Menopause Champion Network 2024
* Excellent Employer by Failte Ireland 2023
* Investors in Diversity Bronze 2023
* Gold Awarded for our Environmental Sustainability in the Tourism Industry awarded by 50 Shades Greener
* Full training provided.
* Employee Discounts & Incentives
* Full nutritious meals Provided.
* Free use of Gym & Leisure Centre
* Active Employee Health & Wellbeing Programme - Yoga, Mindfulness,
* Employee assistance Programme - free confidential helpline
* Active Employee Social Club
* Company Pension Scheme
* Company Sick Pay Scheme
* Career Progression-including opportunities to gain recognised QQ1 LEVEL 6 third level qualifications.
A competitive remuneration package including Pension, Health Care, and Performance Related Bonus with many more benefits awaits the successful applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr