Overview
This role is for a Business Development Executive in a four-star hotel and resort, located in County Cavan. The successful candidate will join the Sales & Marketing team to contribute to the growth of a prestigious hospitality brand across leisure and corporate markets.
Responsibilities
* Identifying and converting new business opportunities across MICE, corporate, group, and leisure markets
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with corporate clients, agents, tour operators, and event organisers
* Creating tailored proposals and delivering engaging presentations
* Representing the hotel at networking events, trade shows, and sales missions
* Conducting site inspections, client presentations, and familiarisation trips
* Collaborating with marketing on campaigns and promotions
* Maintaining CRM data and sales pipeline reports accurately
About You
* 2+ years in a sales or business development role (hospitality experience is a plus)
* Familiarity with the Irish and UK corporate, MICE, or tourism sectors — or a strong willingness to learn
* Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
* A proactive, commercially minded, and results-driven mindset
* A team player attitude with the ability to work independently
* Full clean driving licence and flexibility to travel
* Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office
Salary and Benefits
* Salary: From €50,000 (negotiable depending on experience) + performance-related bonus
* Free use of leisure facilities and gym
* Staff discounts across the hotel group
* Flexible working model: 1 day in-office (Friday), 4 days remote/on the road
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility for client meetings and events
* Start Date: ASAP; applications reviewed promptly for early interview scheduling
* Reports to: Sales & Marketing Manager / General Manager
* Team Structure: 4 Meetings & Events Coordinators + Sales & Marketing Manager
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Business Development
* Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
Why apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in business development within a respected and growing four-star hotel and resort. You’ll be part of a supportive team, with autonomy and collaboration as you help shape the hotel’s commercial success.
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