BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER VENUES at Te Papa, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

With the opening of Aotearoa's new meeting place Tākina, we have an incredible opportunity for a motivated and experienced Business Development Manager to spearhead new sales. Joining a highly respected and successful organisation in an exciting growth phase, you will have the opportunity to be part of the team opening Wellington's new flagship convention centre.

This role will offer a new challenge to someone who is a seasoned operator in this space as you proactively source new business in the domestic and international market, build and maintain relationships, contribute to writing bids and ensure effective promotional content is developed and delivered.

This role will suit a true hunter who has a passion for finding new clients and a proven track record in securing business in the events and conference space.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in identifying and securing a pipeline of large multi-day events
• Business acumen including the ability to identify and action revenue opportunities
• Extensive relationship management experience
• Experience planning and attending trade shows and other sales activities
• Knowledge of running promotional campaigns and media coverage
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

If this role sounds like the challenge you are looking for, complete the application form and send us your CV and cover letter today!

The starting salary for this position will be between $79,000 to $89,000 pa with further room for progression through the band. Offers will be made within the range to reflect the skills and experience offered by the candidate, those required of the role, and internal relativities with other employees.

Applications close on 30 May 2022.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Appointment to a position at Te Papa will require the production of evidence, on commencement of work, of a “MY Vaccine Pass' issued by the Ministry of Health

Prior to Te Papa confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.