Business Development Executive

Drive Revenue | Build Relationships | Shape Unforgettable Events

Are you a high-energy sales professional with a passion for business development and the MICE segment (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events)? This is your opportunity to join a global hospitality leader, working remotely from Sydney or Melbourne while travelling frequently to our stunning Gold Coast luxury hotel.

We’re looking for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to secure new business, build strong client relationships, and drive revenue growth. If you love sales, networking, and travel, this is the perfect role for you!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Proactively identify and secure new business in the MICE, corporate & leisure segments
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, event planners and corporate partners
• Represent the hotel at industry events, networking opportunities & sales meetings
• Collaborate with the on-property sales team to create tailored solutions for clients
• Drive revenue by leveraging market trends and sales strategies

Who You Are

• A motivated sales professional with experience in hospitality, business development, or Group & event sales
• Passionate about building client relationships and creating unforgettable experiences
• A strong network and knowledge of MICE markets
• Comfortable with frequent travel to the Gold Coast and beyond, locally or internationally
• You have a luxury attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and high EI
• A proactive, target-driven individual who thrives on closing deals & exceeding revenue goals

What’s In It for You

• Hybrid & travel-friendly – work from Sydney or Melbourne with regular visits to the Gold Coast
• Career growth – develop within Accor, a global hospitality leader
• Exciting industry exposure – attend networking events, trade shows & sales missions
• Competitive salary & benefits – global travel perks & professional development

If you’re ready to take your sales career to the next level in the luxury hospitality industry, apply now and become a valued part of Sofitel.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Please note that full AU working rights are required for this role.