Assistant Manager / Manager - Business Development

Job Description

Title: Assistant Manager / Manager - Business Development

Company Name: United Convention Centre

Vacancy: --

Location: Dhaka

Minimum Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 3 to 6 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Event Management

Published: 21 Apr 2025

Education:
∎ Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Hospitality Management
∎ Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Hospitality Management

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ 3–6 years of proven experience in business development, event sales, or hospitality marketing
∎ Strong network in event management, corporate relations, and local community groups
∎ Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
∎ Proactive, self-driven, and capable of working under pressure
∎ Experience in convention centers, hotels, or high-end venues will be a plus
∎ 3–6 years of proven experience in business development, event sales, or hospitality marketing
∎ Strong network in event management, corporate relations, and local community groups
∎ Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
∎ Proactive, self-driven, and capable of working under pressure
∎ Experience in convention centers, hotels, or high-end venues will be a plus

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Identify and target new business opportunities across corporate, social, MICE, and institutional segments
∎ Develop relationships with event planners, wedding organizers, agencies, and corporates
∎ Plan and execute B2B campaigns, presentations, and partnerships to promote the venue
∎ Lead proposal development, client meetings, pricing negotiations, and contract closures
∎ Collaborate with operations and marketing teams to ensure seamless event delivery
∎ Track industry trends, competitor activity, and market feedback to refine strategy
∎ Maintain a CRM database, generate regular reports, and meet defined sales target
∎ About United Convention Centre
∎ Located at the iconic United Terminal on Airport Road, United Convention Centre is an upcoming state-of-the-art venue designed to host corporate events, conferences, social functions, exhibitions, and grand celebrations. With modern amenities, elegant interiors, and strategic connectivity, it aims to become Dhaka’s preferred destination for world-class events.
∎ Role Overview
∎ We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Manager/Manager – Business Development to lead client acquisition, relationship management, and strategic growth initiatives for United Convention Centre. This role will be instrumental in positioning the venue as a top-tier event destination in the city.
∎ Location: On-site at United Terminal, Airport Road, Dhaka
∎ Reports To: Head of Business – United Convention Centre
∎ Key Responsibilities
∎ Identify and target new business opportunities across corporate, social, MICE, and institutional segments
∎ Develop relationships with event planners, wedding organizers, agencies, and corporates
∎ Plan and execute B2B campaigns, presentations, and partnerships to promote the venue
∎ Lead proposal development, client meetings, pricing negotiations, and contract closures
∎ Collaborate with operations and marketing teams to ensure seamless event delivery
∎ Track industry trends, competitor activity, and market feedback to refine strategy
∎ Maintain a CRM database, generate regular reports, and meet defined sales target

Skills & Expertise:

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

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