Business Development Manager

Mercure Resort is located between the lush Hinterland and beautiful beaches of the Gold Coast. Featuring 292 rooms, tropical gardens, sparkling pools, and a wellness philosophy to slow down, stay well and discover local.   

With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries. Every action you take can have a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our guests, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality.   

We are seeking an experienced business development manager to drive corporate, MICE, wholesales and inbound business growth.

What you will be doing:

• Drive business growth and make a commercial impact
• Secure new group, event and room night business across segments
• Position the resort as a compelling destination for business and leisure
• Lead presentations, contract negotiations and rate strategy
• Maximise yield and long-term account profitability
• Collaborate with operations to ensure seamless guest delivery
• Deliver strategic reporting aligned to revenue and target performance
• Represent the resort at industry events and trade shows

What you bring to the role: 

• Proven BDM or senior sales experience within hospitality
• Strong corporate and MICE networks with demonstrated conversion success
• Commercial expertise across yield, contracting and revenue performance
• Ability to generate new business and grow high-value accounts
• Strategic thinking with confident negotiation skills
• Experience with PMS and sales management systems
• Leadership presence that supports collaboration and accountability
• Genuine appreciation for experience-led, destination-driven travel

What is in it for you? 

• Free on-site car parking
• Generous Discounts on accommodation and dining across Accor Hotels globally
• Complimentary resort night stay or dining voucher on your annual anniversary
• Supportive leaders that invest in your growth and development
• Complimentary lunch each day, produced by our resort chefs
• Represent a resort that offers quality and authenticity
• Sell a product built around wellbeing, relaxation and local connection
• Autonomy to shape business growth and make commercial impact

With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries. Every action you take can have a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our guests, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and believe all candidates and employees should feel welcome being their authentic self at work. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please feel welcome to let us know.