Our client is seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to grow group sales and revenue across two leading hotels in Cork, focusing on the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) market as well as leisure groups.
This is a high-impact role combining proactive business development, account management, and strategic revenue planning.
Role Overview:
You will identify and secure new group business opportunities, build strong relationships with event planners and corporate clients, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver outstanding group experiences.
The role requires a strong commercial focus, a customer-first mindset, and the ability to convert leads into lasting partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
Source and win new group business in the MICE and leisure markets
Develop tailored proposals and deliver engaging client presentations
Build long-term relationships with corporate, leisure, and event clients
Collaborate with sales, revenue, and marketing teams to achieve business goals
Represent the hotels at trade shows, networking events, and industry functions
Monitor market trends, identify opportunities, and adjust strategies accordingly
Maintain accurate sales pipelines, conversion tracking, and client data
Coordinate cross-property packages to maximise guest experience
Requirements:
Proven track record in business development or sales within hospitality (MICE/leisure focus preferred)
Strong client relationship and account management skills
Commercially minded with experience in achieving revenue targets
Excellent presentation and negotiation abilities
Comfortable representing the brand at events and trade shows
Proficient in CRM and reporting tools; strong organisational skills
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Relocation assistance
Company pension scheme
Death in service benefit
Employee referral bonus
Staff discounts in restaurants and hotel accommodation
Paid training (internal & external)
Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
Social and wellbeing events
Service recognition awards
Meals on duty
Assistance with Leap Cards
Does it sound like you?
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