Experience the art of luxury sales in one of Australia's most sought-after destinations. Located in the heart of Broadbeach, Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is a stunning five-star hotel featuring 296 beautifully appointed rooms and suites.
We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Executive to join our elite Sales & Marketing team. This is your opportunity to shine as a sales expert in the luxury hospitality industry.
About the Role
* Drive revenue growth by securing new business and clients across all market segments.
* Bulk strong relationships with decision-makers, positioning our hotel as the premier choice for luxury stays, meetings, and events.
* Actively identify new business opportunities through proactive outbound sales and networking.
* Deliver tailored proposals, manage inquiries, and convert leads into long-term partnerships.
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure exceptional client experiences from booking to execution.
* Represent Sofitel Gold Coast at key industry events and networking to enhance brand visibility and drive business.
About You
* You will bring a luxury attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and a high EQ to this role.
* You have proven sales experience, ideally in hospitality or a luxury-focused industry.
* You possess a deep understanding of luxury service and client expectations.
* You are proactive and results-driven with a hunger for sales success.
* You have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* You are familiar with sales processes and systems; experience in Opera Cloud, or similar, is advantageous.
* You excel at presentation and negotiation skills to engage high-level clients.
* You focus on exceeding KPIs and driving revenue growth.
* You are willing to work varying hours and travel within the region for client meetings, field sales calls, and events.
About Our Team
* You will thrive in a globally recognised luxury brand community.
* You will enjoy competitive salary and benefits including daily lunch, paid birthday leave, discounted parking.
* You will benefit from opportunities for career development and training.
* You will be part of a global benefits package through Accor, including accommodation and dining discounts.
* You will be supported by a collaborative team environment.
About Us
We are an inclusive company, committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Please note that full AU working rights are required for this role.