Are you a dynamic, driven sales professional who thrives on building relationships, creating opportunities, and delivering outstanding results?
Trigon Hotels is seeking a Business Development Manager to champion MICE and Leisure Group business across our properties — Cork International Hotel and The Metropole Hotel.
This is a high-impact role where you will proactively grow group revenue, innovate sales strategies, and represent Trigon at industry events, all while living our core values:
We're One Team
• Be Respectful
• We Go All Out
• Keep It Simple
• Own It
Why Join Trigon Hotels?
* Work with two leading Cork hotels and a collaborative, ambitious team
* Opportunity to shape MICE & Leisure Group strategy across the group
* A culture built on respect, teamwork, empowerment, and going the extra mile
* Real autonomy to grow your market, build partnerships, and drive results
What You'll Do
Sales & Business Development
* Proactively source and convert new Group business within the MICE & Leisure sectors
* Build strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and group organisers
* Deliver standout site visits and presentations that reflect our guest-first approach
* Represent Trigon Hotels at trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events
* Create tailored proposals that exceed expectations and secure new contracts
Revenue Growth & Strategy
* Work closely with the Group Sales & Marketing Director on strategy and growth plans
* Partner with Revenue Management to meet and exceed group revenue targets
* Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities
* Use simple, efficient reporting to track performance and drive decision-making
Account & Client Management
* Act as the main contact for Leisure Group clients
* Build meaningful, respectful client relationships — leveraging tools like LinkedIn
* Seek and action feedback to enhance the group experience
* Drive repeat business through outstanding service and loyalty-building
Collaboration Across Trigon Hotels
* Work with Marketing to design campaigns showcasing group and event offerings
* Support both hotels with coordinated cross-property packages
* Share success stories, insights, and best practices with your colleagues
* Mentor junior team members and contribute to an inclusive, "One Team" culture
What Success Looks Like
* Achieving and surpassing revenue targets across Rooms, F&B, Room Hire, and especially MICE & Leisure Groups
* Maintaining a healthy, active pipeline of business
* Growing market share and developing new strategic partnerships
* Delivering exceptional client satisfaction and repeat business
* Bringing new ideas, new approaches, and a positive impact to every project