Account Manager, Business Development

The Leading Hotels of the World

Strategic sales professional driving lead generation for luxury member hotels in North America. Managing relationships and expanding opportunities in the luxury group travel market.

Posted 4/12/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities within the luxury group travel market for member hotels.
Develop and execute targeted sales strategies that drive measurable growth in leads, bookings, and revenue.
Build deep knowledge of a growing portfolio of more than 30-plus North American member hotels and translate that into compelling sales opportunities.
Analyze pipeline activity to identify opportunities for growth.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, member hotels, and industry partners.
Plan and execute sales missions, client programs, and other key events.
Prepare and deliver impactful presentations and lead effective meetings with internal teams and stakeholders.
Manage and adhere to annual expense budgets for assigned markets.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in MICE and group related business development, sales, or account management within the luxury hospitality or group travel sector.
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales goals.
Established network of corporate and incentive luxury group travel buyers is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of the North American luxury travel market and client expectations.
Experience working with high-net-worth clientele, incentive and corporate travel planners, and luxury event organizers.
Fluent in English (written & spoken) other languages are desirable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

22 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
11 paid holidays, including birthdays as a floating holiday
Medical coverage available within the first month
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution
401(k) company match up to 4% of salary
Up to $500 for home office setup credit
Up to $500 travel credit that supports and encourages our employees’ passion for travel
Unlimited access to financial advisors
Collaborative and inclusive work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

business developmentsales strategiespipeline analysispresentation skillsbudget management

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcommunicationnegotiationteam collaborationstrategic thinking