Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – High‑End Hospitality Operator

Location: Leeds City Centre

Salary: Up to £38,500 + Monthly Commission

Our client, a highly‑regarded and successful hospitality operator with a portfolio of unusual, breath‑taking restaurant concepts, is looking for a highly experienced, commercially driven, well‑networked and proactive Business Development Manager to drive the sales strategy for its Leeds operation. The group is expanding with plans to open further restaurants and brands across the UK and overseas.

• Drive the sales strategy to maximise sales for the existing high‑end operation.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities while nurturing long‑term client relationships.
• Utilise data and real‑time insights to create a data‑driven sales strategy and target high‑potential opportunities.
• Maintain a positive attitude, excellent communication, and a highly presentable image to deliver the highest standards of customer service.

• Solid Business Development Manager experience with a busy premium and high‑volume restaurant and bar operator.
• Well‑networked, commercially driven, tenacious, and target‑oriented with a passion for forming new business relationships.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
• Strategic thinker capable of implementing and executing sales strategies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A great personality – fun, passionate, charismatic, enthusiastic, people‑focused, and adaptable to all personalities.
• Strong organisational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• Excellent at developing relationships with hosting teams, front of house staff, senior management, and other stakeholders.

The salary package for this role is up to £38,650 + Monthly Commission, complemented by an array of exciting benefits and discounts. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a forward‑thinking employer that values its people.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. If you feel you have what it takes and want to be involved, please apply.

Hesketh James is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants regardless of identity, personal characteristics, or background.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Industries:
  Restaurants, Hospitality, Hotels & Motels