Business Development Manager - Destination Venues & Hotels

Join Wedded Wonderland, part of Wonder Group, the world's premier destination wedding platform. As the largest B2B marketplace and tools provider for the wedding industry, we connect wedding venues and vendors with an expansive global audience. Our innovative platform features thousands of venues and vendors worldwide, and our mission is to revolutionise the way weddings are planned and celebrated.

You will be responsible for the sales & growth off Wedded Wonderland for inspiration, Venue Wonderland for venue bookings & Get Wedded In for impactful magazine content.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic Global Business Development Partner to spearhead our expansion and strengthen our presence worldwide. This role calls for a visionary who is passionate about building relationships and unlocking new business opportunities. You will be at the forefront of our market expansion efforts, crafting strategies that enhance our global footprint and ensure sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to expand our market share across international markets.
  
• Cultivate strong relationships with key industry players, including wedding venues, vendors, and planners.
  
• Lead negotiations and close deals that contribute to our strategic goals.
  
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align on market needs and promotional strategies.
  
• Provide insights into market trends and competitor activities to guide strategic decisions.
  
• Represent Wonder Group at industry conferences, seminars, and networking events.
  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in business development, preferably in the hospitality, events, or wedding industry.
  
• Strong track record of driving growth and expanding business into new markets.
  
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, with a willingness to travel internationally.
  
• Fluency in multiple languages is a plus.
  

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
  
• A vibrant, supportive community passionate about transforming the wedding industry.
  

Apply through the job board and also email [email protected] with the subject: “BDM Application | Your Name”

Please include:

1. Three examples of high-value client experiences, luxury accounts, or premium brand events you have managed, including:
   - The client brief or project objective
   - Your strategic approach and personalized client service decisions
   - The results, sales performance, or client retention outcomes

2. Your LinkedIn profile and any relevant portfolio, lookbook, or professional links.
   

3. Complete a one-way interview via this link that is also sent to your email: https://welcome.thisiswondergroup.com/public-application/6667ca809ec898eb08e171cb
   

Shortlisted candidates will complete a paid trial session based on a real Wedded Wonderland client consultation or service brief.

Final decisions are typically made within 48 hours after the trial session.

We hire based on exceptional taste, client relationship management, and commercial judgment rather than years of experience alone.