Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager | Birmingham City Centre | £30,000 + £10,000 tronc + monthly bonus (£40,000+ Package)

What's in it for the successful Business Development Manager?

Salary £30,000 per annum

Tronc £10,000 per annum, paid monthly

Monthly performance bonus

Monthly wellness sessions for all team members, including massages, yoga and creative activities

Bespoke staff food menu designed by the group's head chefs

Mental health first aiders on site

Management healthcare cash plan and access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Wagestream, access a portion of your earned wages when you need them

50% off food and drink Monday to Thursday for up to four people across the group's restaurants

Dining experience gifted at anniversary milestones

Refer a friend scheme, employee of the month recognition, monthly team events and an annual celebration

Structured development journey with access to the group's internal progression academies

Supplier visits across the UK as part of the group's culinary development programme

Tonic are pleased to partner with our client to recruit a Business Development Manager for their premium restaurant in Birmingham city centre. This is an elevated, immersive dining concept that has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional guest experiences. As BDM, you will own the commercial pipeline, from building relationships with corporate bookers and events agencies to generating bespoke private dining experiences that bring the venue's vision to life. This is a role for someone who blends genuine sales acumen with the warmth and presence to represent the brand at the highest level.

What are we looking for from Business Development Manager candidates?

Proven BDM or senior sales experience within premium hospitality, ideally restaurants, private dining or high-end events

Track record of developing and converting corporate accounts and agency relationships

Confident working with reservations and events management platforms, SevenRooms experience advantageous

Strong understanding of the Birmingham corporate and events market

Ability to lead and inspire a team, setting standards and bringing out individual potential

Creative approach to event concept and proposal development

Commercially sharp, comfortable with competitor analysis and identifying new revenue opportunities

Calm and composed when managing high-volume service periods and complex bookings

Genuine ambassador qualities, this person will represent the brand externally as much as internally

If you are interested in this role or would like to find out more, get in touch with the team at Tonic today.