Senior Business Development Executive

 Senior Business Development Executive

F1 Arcade® is the world's first official Formula 1® social entertainment venue, where high-octane excitement meets exceptional hospitality! Each meticulously designed venue features up to 90 state of the art full motion F1 racing simulators, a world-class food menu and open kitchen, an enormous cocktail and champagne bar, along with private and semi-private event spaces, perfect for all group sizes. Whether or not you’re a racing fan, this is a social gaming experience like no other.

Role Overview

We are looking for a dynamic, driven & proactive Senior Business Development Executive to join our team and help grow our presence in London. This is a 100% proactive role, so if you have a passion for hospitality, sales, and building lasting relationships, this is the role for you!

This role requires a highly organised individual who is comfortable juggling multiple tasks and interacting with both senior leadership and the wider team. You will need to be proactive, resourceful, and able to maintain a productive and high-energy office environment.

Specifics of the role

Salary: Up to £35,000 + Bonus

Location: F1 Arcade, London / London HQ

Hours of work: 40

Reporting to: UK Head of Sales

Benefits

·       Friends and Family Discounts at F1® Arcade venues

·       Quarterly team socials and legendary team parties

·       Fully stocked drinks fridge and fresh fruit at HQ

·       Loyalty awards with enhanced holiday pay linked to service

·       Annual bonus scheme

·       Enhanced family benefits (fertility support, extended maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave)

·       Discounted gym membership and free weekly group PT sessions

·       Online wellbeing platforms for mental, physical, and financial health

·       Health cashback plans (dental, optical, massage, reflexology)

Key Responsibilities

• Event Sales: Promote and sell private hire packages, corporate events, and group bookings to maximise revenue.
• Industry Insights: Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.
• Sales Strategy & Outreach: Execute sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets with a focus on proactive sales strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, operations, and events teams to ensure seamless delivery of client experiences & expectations.
• Reporting: Monitor and report on sales performance, providing insights and recommendations to improve results.
• New Business: Identify and secure new business opportunities by targeting corporate clients, event planners, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to drive repeat business and referrals.
• Networking: Be a key member of the London hospitality networking scene – attending all events and creating opportunities post event.

Candidate Requirements: 

• Proven experience in a proactive business development, sales, or account management role within the hospitality or events sector.
• A proactive self-starter skilled at independently generating sales leads and event enquiries, without relying solely on reactive opportunities.
• Strong network of contacts within the corporate and hospitality industries.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to close deals effectively.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for exceeding targets.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of the London hospitality and events market is highly desirable.