Business Development Manager FTC

Job Title:

Business Development Manager (MICE Market) – 12-month Fixed Term Contract

Location:

Hybrid – working from home and office-based at The Royal Academy of Arts, W1J 0BD
, and Wallace Collection, W1U 3BN
.

Salary:
Highly Competitive depending on experience, plus Sales Bonus.

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with flexibility for weekends or evenings.

If you know the London MICE market inside out and thrive on winning new business, this is a role where you can truly make your mark.

We’re looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to join us on a 12-month maternity cover, leading growth across a portfolio of some of the UK’s most distinctive venues. This is a high‑impact role focused on generating new opportunities, strengthening key accounts, and elevating our presence across London—while also introducing clients to our exceptional venues in Scotland.

You’ll be the face of the brand in the capital, building relationships, spotting opportunities others miss, and creating experiences that keep clients coming back. If you enjoy a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment and take pride in delivering standout client experiences, you’ll fit right in.

• Drive new business across the London MICE market, building a strong and consistent pipeline through proactive outreach, networking, and industry engagement.
• Manage and grow key accounts, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and strengthen long‑term client relationships.
• Deliver against a £1 m+ sales target, balancing new business generation with strategic account development.
• Promote and sell a portfolio of premium venues, maximising opportunities through cross‑selling across the wider UK offering.
• Develop and execute a targeted regional sales plan aligned with the overall UK sales strategy.
• Act as a brand ambassador, representing the business at client meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities.

• Commercial awareness
• Strong proactive sales skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Knowledge of the London MICE market
• High level of organisation, communication and professionalism
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Experience using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)

Competitive compensation, flexible and dynamic work environment, full training and protective uniform supplied, and opportunities for career growth.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities.