At Gather & Gather, we are known as one of the UK & Irelands most distinctive workplace catering experts, we are passionate about great food and great coffee and putting our employees and customers at the heart of everything that we do. We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager at Charlton FC.

Location: Charlton FC

Rate of pay: £40,000 per annum

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9:00-17:00 (occasional weekends)

Key responsibilities

• Drive sales efforts to promote and sell the conference and event facilities at Charlton FC, targeting potential clients, corporate groups, and event planners for bookings
• Maintain and nurture relationships with current clients, ensuring they are satisfied with the facilities and services, and identify opportunities to increase business through repeat bookings or upselling services
• Identify new business opportunities, generate leads, and conduct market research to understand trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings, helping Charlton FC stay ahead in the events and hospitality market
• Work closely with the events team, marketing, and sales departments to coordinate efforts, develop promotional strategies, and report on sales performance, including tracking key metrics and providing regular updates to management

Previous experience working within pro-active sales within Conference Venue or Hotel is essential

What's in it for you?

Working with Gather & Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities to keep you content.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Private medical eligibility
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers