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Business Development Manager South- Jockey Club Experiences

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Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd logoCompass Uk & Ireland · London, UK
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Requirements

  • Experience in a regional or national sales role within the C&E industry.
  • Knowledge of the Conference & Events industry and bookers within the
  • Enthusiastic, motivational, someone who strives for excellence Sets high personal performance standards.
  • Someone who takes the initiative and drives for results.
  • Has a recognized and verified list of key customers contacts.
  • Sets high personal performance standards.
  • Organised, able to make robust judgments and prioritise.
  • Honest, transparent and consistent
  • Gain and hold the respect of others.
  • Have a flexible approach with a "can do" attitude.
  • A good track record of driving world class performance
  • Strong commercial experience
  • Ability to monitor and challenge the use of processes.
  • Excellent presentation, communication and relationship building skills.
  • Be passionate about food, beverage and service.
  • What you'll get in return
  • Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits
  • 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase scheme
  • Healthcare & wellbeing: AvivaDigicare, Medicash(dental, optical, therapy treatments)
  • Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • Family benefits:Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.2 days' additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby's first birthday, enhanced family leave
  • Perks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off Pure Gym memberships
  • Financial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance products
  • Development opportunities: Professional subscriptions, on going training and structured career pathways
  • Meals on duty included
  • Why Join Us?
  • Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.
  • We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.
  • We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.
  • Together, we create unforgettable experiences - and shape the future of hospitality

Additional Information

Business Development manager- Jockey Club Experiences, South| Full-Time / Permanent Competitive salary + Company Car/Car allowance + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. We're looking for... Join Jockey Club Experiences and play a key role in driving business growth across our Southern Jockey Club Racing venues by winning new customers and building strong, lasting client relationships. With a focus on generating new business while nurturing existing accounts, you'll bring our marketing communications solutions to life, unlock new revenue opportunities, and make a direct impact on achieving ambitious commercial targets across the region. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events - including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London - we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Business Development Manager- The role - Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with key clients within the target market to drive sustainable and profitable year-on-year revenue growth. - Identify and secure new leads to expand Conference & Events (C&E) business across Levy Venues. - Support the implementation and delivery of the C&E pro-active sales strategy. - Produce accurate and timely sales reports in line with agreed processes and standards. - Conduct regular business reviews with clients to evaluate market share, performance data, and develop action plans and joint initiatives. -Collaborate with the Levy reactive team to maximise revenue opportunities and promote services. -Plan, organise, and attend corporate familiarisation visits to increase awareness of JCE Venues and the Lime Venues Portfolio (LVP). - Build and maintain strong internal relationships within LVP to grow market share through preferred partnership programmes, with a focus on C&E. - Achieve annual sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs). - Ensure clear and effective communication of sales activity to all relevant venues, supporting timely and appropriate follow-up actions.


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