Business Development Manager

Perm
Birmingham
West Midlands
45000
Operational Roles
1362321
Adrian Pate
04/09/2026
The Company
  • A superb conference & events venue which is highly experienced in delivering first class large events 
  • It is a multi-purpose conference, events & exhibition venue which is used for an array of events
  • Award-winning venue
  • A group who have a proven track record of developing employee's skills
 

The Benefits
  • Up to £45,000 per annum
  • Uncapped Commission 
  • Hybrid role, with 2 days from home 
  • Company benefits
  • Training and progression 
  •  A work environment that values diversity, wellbeing and team work
  • Staff Events
 
 
The Requirements
  • The proactive business development manager will have previous experience driving sales within the conference and events venues market
  • Be able to use own initiative and have the ability to negotiate rates to secure new and repeat business at all times
  • Proactive sales within large meetings and events is essential
  • Flexible approach to work, as the role will entail a mix of work from the office and home alongside working on site at the venue, with the remaining time out visiting prospects and clients 
  • Respond and convert new large event enquiries 
  • Start to finish enquiry handling including proposal, site tour, negotiation, event contract and final event details 
  • The business development manager will follow up sales leads, attend events and present the group to prospective clients
  • You will have a passion and enthusiasm for delivering exceptional customer service

The Job Role
  • Proactively source new business in key areas, specialising in exhibitions and large conference and events sales
  • Responsible for client show rounds and to attend on and off site appointments 
  • Maximising revenue and sales across all business streams at all times
  • Showcasing the venue to build connections
  • Inbound enquiry handling and maximising conversion 
  • Maximise revenue and achieve sales targets
 
 

The Location
  • Birmingham 
  • Free Parking


TH Contact Details
Consultant: Paige Jarratt
Mobile: 07979050848


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Adrian Pate

Director

07496 598 397