We are Veriu Group (pronounced 'Very You')!
Our brands come from humble beginnings and a passion for connecting travellers to the local authenticity of a location.We aim to bring people together in new ways, to create lifelong travel memories that can't be found in a guidebook, and to help people discover the true experience of a place.
Through our brandsPunthill Apartment Hotels and Veriu Hotels & Suites, we operate 25 hotels across Australia and have over35 years of brand history.Our ambitious plan to operate 80 hotels becomes closer this year with numerous new hotel openings across the country, and this meanswe're well on our way to achieving our mission of becoming the largest Australian-owned apartment hotel operator.
Our people are incredible because they're empowered to be themselves.
We're not about hierarchy or rigid structure.
Instead, we create an environment where people can make decisions, feel supported and access unlimited opportunities for growth.
Our values ofRelationship-Focused, Integrity, Personal Growth & Ownership Mindset guide our actions and decisions, and are what our diverse culture is all about.
Now is the perfect time for like-minded people to join our expansion journey.If you're looking for a meaningful role that can make a serious impact, within a culture that allows you to be truly you – you've found us and we can't wait to hear from you!
The BDM will be responsible for looking for new business in the area and increasing the corporate customer mix.
Responsibilities
At Veriu Group we recognise that people do business with people, and therefore relationships are at the core of our success.
Our sales philosophy is all about genuine relationship building, exploring a need, and providing a suitable solution – it's a mutually beneficial partnership and a win-win for us and them.
As BDM you'll identify, pursue, and secure growth opportunities for Corporate Accounts (B2B).
You'll be the expert in sales at the hotel and partner closely with the Hotel Manager to ensure that we're on a pathway to achieve our strategic goals!
Your responsibilities will require you to:
Drive direct corporate sales (B2B) to increase production and generate new corporate relationships
Navigate and secure opportunities associated with major projects and institutions
Cold-call, knock on doors, generate new leads & develop a strong corporate pipeline
Increase brand awareness by improving current relationships & build strong relationships with recent clients
Conduct site inspections, client visits, attend industry events & work with a team-orientated approach
Develop and implement sales plans and develop a targeted approach to grow our business to exceed targets
You'll be someone looking for a long-term career with a growing, Australian-owned hotel group.
Access:
National career growth opportunities
Accelerated development in a variety of hotel management or corporate areas
The chance to join our Quick-Track Hotel Management Development program
Genuine flexibility and job security
High performing culture that values relationships & individuality, where our leadership know you by name
Generous referral bonuses when you refer your friends to work with us (up to $****)
Discounts on accommodation across our network
Discounts on private health insurance
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
We work in a fast-paced environment where no day is the same, so we're looking for people who are adaptable, enjoy variety and operate with an ownership mindset.
The successful person must have:
Approved Australian working rights (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a Visa with approved working rights)
Demonstrated experience in B2B sales
Demonstrated ability to resolve problems or complaints
High standards of attention to detail and communication skills (written & verbal)
Experience managing people in a customer service setting
Ability to make strategically aligned business decisions
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📌 Business Development Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Veriu
📍 Sydney