Business Development Manager

Job description

Key tasks

Sofitel and its Ambassadors

The Sofitel brand is based on three core values guaranteed by each employee every day:

A Passion for Excellence, an Essence of Pleasure and a Spirit of Openness.

Through their actions and know-how, the Men and Women that are the creators of Sofitel’s luxury, offer clients a highly personalised service. By transforming every detail into a unique moment of pure comfort and elegance, they create and nurture a relationship with their guests.

The Sofitel values are also at the heart of the communication between employees. It is the legacy received and transmitted by all those involved in the brand to guarantee the continuity of the Sofitel spirit in the hotels and headquarters.

You must have a passion for excellence, and a can do attitude in order to be considered for this role.
Indentify and pursue new business opportunities (proactive sales)
Convert new / repeat business opportunities to profitable business
Convert enquiries into confirmed salesto develop future and repeat business contributing to the profitability of the venue
Any other duties assigned

Sofitel and its Ambassadors

The Sofitel brand is based on three core values guaranteed by each employee every day:
A Passion for Excellence, an Essence of Pleasure and a Spirit of Openness.

Through their actions and know-how, the Men and Women that are the creators of Sofitel’s luxury, offer clients a highly personalised service. By transforming every detail into a unique moment of pure comfort and elegance , they create and nurture a relationship with their guests.
The Sofitel values are also at the heart of the communication between employees. It is the legacy received and transmitted by all those involved in the brand to guarantee the continuity of the Sofitel spirit in the hotels and headquarters.

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Desired profile

Skills

Level of Education Bachelor / Licence
Areas of study Hospitality Management
Professional experiences 3 to 5 years
Languages essential English (Primary tongue)

Essential and optional requirements

Requirements :
3 years relevant experience in the hospitality industry
Fluent in English and confident speaking skills
Positive working attitude and customer-centric
Great communication and planning skills
Good understanding of the hospitality industry and local hotel trends

To be successful in this sought after role, you will demonstrate the ability to excel within a luxury brand.

You will also bring with you a passion for service, excellent organisational skills as well as communication skills, be results orientated with a dedication to exceeding customer expectations.

Previous experience in a five-star environment is desirable, and above all else, pride yourself on ability to build relationships and guest experiences epitomising French elegance, style and sophistication.