Business Development Executive

Job Ref: INT24316

Branch: Mercure Maidstone Great Danes

Location: Mercure Maidstone Great Danes, Nr Maidstone

Salary/Benefits: £30,000

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Posted date: 27/11/2025

Closing date: 29/12/2025

Are you a natural connector with a passion for creating new opportunities?

We're looking for a Business Development Executive to drive growth at the welcoming Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel. If you thrive on spotting opportunities, building networks, and turning conversations into commercial success, this is your moment.

Who are we?

At Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, we're part of a global powerhouse in hotel management. We work with some of the world's most recognised brands – from Hilton and Marriott to IHG and Accor – and we're proud to bring people-first hospitality to life across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Why join us?

As part of the Aimbridge family, you'll enjoy global career opportunities and industry-leading training, along with fantastic perks. These include hotel discounts across our portfolio (with up to 50% off food, beverage, and spa), flexible working options, and access to Wagestream so you can draw down up to 40% of your pay as you earn it. You'll also have the support of a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and benefit from lucrative referral schemes.

What you'll be doing

In this role, you'll be the driving force behind our hotel's growth. You'll seek out and secure new business opportunities across corporate, leisure, and MICE segments, while building and nurturing strong relationships with clients and partners. Representing the hotel at networking events, trade shows, and client meetings will be a key part of your day, as will working closely with marketing and operations to deliver compelling proposals and campaigns. Staying ahead of market trends and competitor activity is essential, and you'll keep senior leadership informed with regular reports on pipeline and performance.

This is a role for someone who lives and breathes networking – someone who knows how to open doors, build trust, and create long-term partnerships.

What we're looking for

You'll bring proven experience in business development or sales, ideally within hospitality or a service-led industry. Confidence in communication, negotiation, and presentation is essential, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Organisation and attention to detail matter, as does being a team player who collaborates across departments to deliver results. Above all, you'll be passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Ready to make your mark in Maidstone?

Join us at the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel and be part of a team that's shaping the future of hospitality – one connection at a time.

Apply now and let's grow together.

Set amongst 26 acres of beautifully landscaped private gardens, the Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel is the ideal location for a relaxing stay. Guests can enjoy a visit to the historic Leeds Castle, which is located just a stone throw from the hotel, and return to indulge in a meal of internationally inspired cuisine in The Arts Brasserie. Those looking to unwind can find solace in the Feel Good Health Club.

This hotel boasts some of the finest conference facilities in the area and is ideal for a short break, located in extensive grounds next to Leeds Castle. Further to this, Bluewater, one of Europe's largest shopping centres, is just over 20 miles away. The Channel ports and Eurotunnel are less than an hour away from the hotel, making an onward journey simple. Guests looking to remain close can enjoy a stroll in the hotel's extensive landscaped gardens before returning to the peaceful calm of the hotel.

The hotel is just five miles from Maidstone East railway station. Bluewater shopping centre is 23.5 miles away. The historic Leeds Castle is just next door. Ashford Eurostar terminal is 17 miles away and London is an hour by train.