Business Development Manager

2 days ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Lucy Walker Recruitment Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year

We are recruiting for one of our award-winning clients who are a leading within the hospitality sector.

Due to national growth, we are now recruiting for a proactive Business Development Manager to join a busy Edinburgh City Centre based establishment. You will take ownership of local business development, driving revenue growth across private dining, group bookings, full venue hires, and key calendar events. You'll build meaningful relationships in the Edinburgh market, turning new connections into loyal guests and long-term business partnerships.

If you have experience with corporate sales or come from a hospitality/hotel background this could be a fantastic opportunity for you to explore. Our client offers a competitive commission structure and ongoing growth.

Send us your CV today to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive new business across
    corporate, leisure, and local markets
    through proactive outreach and relationship management
  • Maximise venue performance by supporting the reception team to convert inbound enquiries and optimise space utilisation
  • Conduct engaging
    venue show-arounds
    that convert interest into confirmed bookings
  • Create tailored proposals, manage follow-ups, and close sales opportunities with confidence
  • Build and nurture long-term client relationships to drive
    repeat business and referrals
  • Champion our upcoming
    loyalty programme
    , promoting engagement and membership
  • Maintain CRM accuracy and ensure a healthy sales pipeline
  • Analyse pre-booked sales trends, identify gaps, and develop action plans to exceed revenue targets
  • Collaborate closely with the Business Manager on
    strategy, performance reviews, and reporting
  • Provide weekly sales updates and insight

Skills & Experience:

  • 2+ years' experience in a
    sales leadership or business development role
    within the restaurant or hospitality industry
  • Proven track record of delivering successful
    proactive and reactive sales campaigns
  • Commercially astute, results-driven, and entrepreneurial in spirit
  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
  • Confident working both independently and as part of a dynamic team
  • Exceptional communicator and relationship builder
  • Well-connected with an established local network in Edinburgh
  • Flexible and willing to travel locally (and occasionally nationally)

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