Business Development Manager

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Since opening in 1928, our legendary property has been the preferred address for celebrities, royalty and the international elite - and it's easy to see why. Located at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, we put you in the enviable heart of Beverly Hills, with designer shopping, fine dining and postcard-worthy views at our doorstep.

About the role

Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills, A Four Seasons Hotel, is seeking a dynamic and passionate Business Development Manager with a proven track record and have a solid knowledge of sales skills and techniques. The Business Development Manager will identify opportunities to drive hotel business by leveraging company-wide programs and promotional initiatives, ensuring group and catering goals are met. This position reports to our Commercial Director.

What you will do

The Business Development Manager plays a pivotal role in driving group and catering business by proactively prospecting new, current, and past clients, while consistently contributing to revenue goals through thoughtful sales strategies, seamless collaboration, and a deep understanding of luxury guest expectations. Collaborate closely with the Commercial Director to secure group and catering business, while coordinating all sales activities that maximize profitability and align with exceptional guest expectations. Success in this role requires a naturally positive, forward-thinking approach to client engagement, as well as the ability to represent the hotel at key hotel and industry events.

What you bring

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum five years in hotel sales experience
• Client-focused with exceptional prospecting skills
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Requires knowledge of and ability to operate computer equipment
• Ability to travel for client meetings and industry events as needed
• Naturally optimistic with a solution-oriented mindset
• Demonstrates resilience and positivity in fast-paced, high-touch environments
• Inspires confidence and enthusiasm in clients and colleagues alike
• Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Location: This position is remote

What we offer

• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
• 401k participation with a company matching program after 30 days of employment
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• Salary Range : $70,000 - 80,000

Schedule & Hours

• Full time
• The hospitality business functions seven (7) days a week, twenty-four (24) hours a day and scheduled days and times may vary based on need.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the ''EEOC is The Law'' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal