Sales Manager

Business Development Manager – Hospitality Venue Brighton £50,000 + Bonus

We are working with fantastic hospitality business, a vibrant and fast-paced venue in Brighton, who are looking for a Business Development Manager to take ownership of their commercial sales activity. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven sales professional to join an exciting business with a strong pipeline of leads, a busy and buzzing venue, and real scope to make your mark.

You’ll be leading a small team, managing one Sales Executive and working closely together to convert enquiries, grow revenue and build lasting client relationships.

• Create and execute a sales plan tailored to the Brighton hospitality market
• Manage and develop the Sales Executive through regular performance meetings and hands‑on coaching
• Attend networking events across Brighton and the wider region to raise the profile of the venue and generate new business
• Host sales meetings with senior management and the wider team
• Create forecasting data and present commercial performance to senior stakeholders
• Support the team in building compelling packages and proposals for new enquiries
• Plan and deliver venue open days and showcases, ensuring key clients and prospects are in attendance

• Previous experience in hospitality or events sales, ideally within a venue environment
• Experience managing or mentoring a sales team member
• Confident in creating sales forecasts and budgets
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• A natural relationship-builder with clients, suppliers and colleagues alike
• Self-motivated and commercially driven, with the ability to take real ownership of the role

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Stuart Hills or call