Business Development Manager

The Leading Hotels of the World

Business Development Manager focused on driving group business across luxury hotels in North America. Role involves identifying opportunities, managing accounts, and developing sales strategies.

Posted 5/5/2026full-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 growth in leads, bookings, and revenue.
Build deep knowledge of a growing portfolio of member hotels and translate that into compelling sales opportunities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, hotels, and industry partners.
Plan and execute sales missions, client programs, and other key events, prioritizing high-impact opportunities.
Prepare and deliver impactful presentations and lead meetings with internal teams, hoteliers, clients, and stakeholders.

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 strategiesaccount managementsales goalspresentationsclient programsevent planning

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcommunicationnegotiationstrategic thinkingpresentation skills