Senior Business Development Manager

Eventist Collective is entering an exciting period of growth, building on its reputation as a premium hospitality and events caterer across the UK and Europe. We operate at some of the most iconic events and prestigious venues in the country, delivering world-class hospitality in high-pressure, high-profile environments.

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager, highly connected, commercially astute dealmaker with a strong track record in winning new business and leading complex tender processes.

This role requires someone with an established industry network (“little black book”), proven experience in converting high-value opportunities, and confidence leading strategic bids from end to end.

What you will do

• Lead proactive new business development across key sectors including venues and hospitality sectors
• Leverage an established industry network to generate high-quality commercial opportunities and partnerships
• Own and drive the end‑to‑end tender and RFP process, leading responses with minimal oversight
• Develop high‑impact, strategically positioned proposals with clear commercial “win themes” and value propositions
• Lead pitch strategy, storytelling, and client presentations in collaboration with senior leadership and marketing
• Identify and secure strategic partnerships and long‑term client relationships
• Conduct advanced market research and competitor analysis to inform sales strategy
• Act as a senior ambassador for Eventist Collective at high‑level industry events and networking forums
• Mentor and support junior team members on bid writing and business development activity
• Lead selected strategic growth projects and key account opportunities

Skills and experience

• Significant experience in business development, sales, or partnerships within hospitality, events, or premium services
• Proven track record of winning and closing high‑value business
• Strong and demonstrable network (“little black book”) of industry contacts and decision‑makers
• Extensive experience leading tender, RFP, and bid management processes end-to-end
• Exceptional written communication and storytelling ability in commercial proposals
• Strong commercial acumen with experience structuring deals and partnerships
• Confident presenting to senior stakeholders and C‑suite clients
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify and unlock new revenue streams
• Highly organised with strong leadership and influencing skills
• Degree educated or equivalent experience

Essential attributes

• Highly proactive, self‑sufficient, and commercially driven
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, high‑value, and competitive environments
• Strong presence and credibility with senior clients and stakeholders
• Resilient under pressure with a strong closing mindset

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