Job Description

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager - MICE to join our team and play a key role in growing business opportunities for one of the Hunter Valley’s premier resort destinations.

As the Business Development Manager - MICE, you will be responsible for identifying current business opportunities, developing strategic client relationships, and driving revenue growth across corporate, meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) segments. With a focus on both current business development and account management, you will position Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort as a leading destination for conferences, retreats, group stays, and corporate experiences.

What You'll Be Doing
Develop and execute sales strategies to increase corporate and MICE revenue for Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort.
Identify and secure recent business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, industry events, and targeted sales activity.




Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and key industry partners.
Manage and grow existing accounts to maximise repeat business and long-term partnerships.
Conduct client meetings, site inspections, and familiarisation visits to showcase the resort’s accommodation, conference facilities, golf, and leisure offerings.
Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and secure group bookings and events.
Collaborate with operational teams including Events, Front Office, Reservations, and Revenue to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Maintain strong market knowledge, monitor competitor activity, and identify opportunities to increase revenue.
Maintain accurate CRM records, sales reporting, forecasts, and pipeline activity.

📌 Business Development Manager Mice Newcastle
🏢 Oaks Hotels
📍 Newcastle