About the Company
Convene Hospitality Group operates a global portfolio of lifestyle brands focused on creating places and experiences that bring people together. It designs, develops, and operates hospitality-driven destinations for gatherings ranging from corporate meetings to immersive brand activations.
Responsibilities
•Prospect, qualify, and target new business opportunities across the UK and international markets, as directed by the Head of Business Development
•Meet and exceed lead-generation goals and KPIs for qualified appointments and site tours with prospective clients
•Generate the entire pipeline through cold calling, email outreach, networking events, social selling, and creative outbound strategies
•Partner with business development, sales, and field marketing leaders to identify new markets, use cases, and buyer personas based on business needs, event-industry trends, and market research
•Conduct site inspections, virtual tours, and client presentations showcasing the value of CHG's brand portfolio
•Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date activity, pipeline, and account data in the CRM
•Report to the Head of Business Development and contribute to commercial meetings and regional reporting
•Attend industry trade shows, networking receptions, and agency events to prospect for new business in line with commercial strategy and business development objectives
Requirements
•5+ years of experience in a commercial role within the UK meetings and events industry
•Proven track record in proactive selling or business development in London's corporate and agency markets
•Strong networking, relationship-building sales, written and verbal communication, presentation, and social selling skills
•Able to work independently and thrive in a team-oriented environment
•Nice to have: knowledge of European corporate markets
Benefits
•Private medical insurance, subsidised eye care, and subsidised fitness membership
•Employee Assistance Program providing well-being support and personal advice
•25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and company sick pay
•Bonus scheme
•Interest-free loan for rail season tickets and further education
•Subsidised bicycle purchase through the Cycle to Work scheme
•Continuous professional and personal development support
•Employee recognition and reward programs
•Opportunities to volunteer, donate, and participate in community give-back initiatives
