Business Development Manager

InterContinental Wellington is an iconic location in the heart of Wellington city. We have a strong passion for developing great people and are looking for a Business Development Manager to join us on our journey as we continue our business growth. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic and strategic business development professional to be involved in the narrative of luxury accommodation in New Zealand’s capital city. 

Your day to day

As Business Development Manager your role is to manage and drive key sales activities in line with our annual sales and marketing plan to achieve and exceed budgeted corporate segment revenues. Key responsibilities include:  

• Total account management to ensure existing clientele are maintained and grown 
• Continuously work to acquire new business to strengthen our present market share positioning 
• Be an ambassador for our luxury brand experience  
• Proactively manage key relationships with GM, Revenue and Sales team, and other IHG hotels to ensure alignment across the region 
• Supports Director of Sales & Marketing in creating segment action plans and sales targets 

What we need from you

• Three years' + experience in sales/business development 
• Possess a creative flair balanced with an analytical mind  
• The ability to identify opportunities to increase revenue  
• Excellent project management skills  
• The ability to work independently and have a proactive approach 
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills in English  
• A strong drive for results and a track record of achievement 

What we offer

You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family’s wellbeing, including:

• paid birthday leave
• full training provided
• daily laundered uniform
• additional parental leave benefits
• flexible work options
• proactive health days

Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development program, IHG career milestone celebrations, and transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG. In addition to the always-popular hotel perks like accommodation and food & beverage discounts, our discount retail platform makes your pay go even further. We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too.

So go on - click apply now and show us how your passion and personality are the perfect fit to deliver memorable experiences to our guest

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today and let's #GoFurtherTogether.