Business Development Executive in South West London - SquareMeal

Job DescriptionAbout SquareMeal SquareMeal.co.uk is a market-leading media company specialising in digital marketing solutions for hospitality venues. Its website helps people find the right restaurants and venues for their events while at the same time giving restaurants, bars, pubs or other venues the opportunity to promote themselves with various digital marketing tools. We're looking for talented people who share our enthusiasm for digital marketing and this fun and lively industry. We strive to create a happy and fulfilling work environment where our employees can excel and succeed in a youthful, fast-moving, digital media environment. Your duties will include Sourcing new client prospects and their decision makers Selling digital marketing services to restaurants, pubs, bars, 4- and 5-Star hotels and other venues such as museums, football clubs etc Presenting and selling digital marketing solutions within the main channels – Restaurants/Bars; Private and Group Dining; Events and Parties; Weddings, Christmas Presenting and selling SquareMeal’s new Reward scheme which using the latest FinTech card-linking technology approved by Visa, Mastercard and Amex Educating clients to understand the features and benefits of the product Nurturing existing customers and driving upselling initiatives Creating proposals based on client requirements and data insights Required experience Self-motivated, confident, commercial and results driven Good written and oral communication skills Good organisational skills and time management Confidence to communicate and present at all levels Highly coachable and eager to learn and grow in your career Preferred skills and experience Interest in developing good sales skills Knowledge of selling to restaurants A basic knowledge of the restaurant/bar/pub and event venues industry 1 – 2 years of sales experience Excellent negotiation skills Excellent customer service skills A proactive approach to sourcing leads Experience in a CRM system Training you will receive How to present, sell and the psychology of selling How to negotiate and close deals SEO and digital marketing Background knowledge of the hospitality industry CRM systems and account management Content management systems SquareMeal package and perks Competitive salary and regular progression opportunities Your development is important to us, scheduled personal development reviews allow you - and us - to ensure you progress in your role.25 days holiday + bank holidays Monthly office socials From axe throwing to Champagne tasting, monthly office socials are a great way to get to know your colleagues.An extra day off for your birthday Because who wants to work on their birthday? However, on your return to the office, there will be an obligatory caterpillar cake waiting for you.Cycle to work scheme We want to encourage ways to make your commute more enjoyable, which is why we are part of the Government's cycle to work schemeHealthy snacks in the office Our staff kitchen is stocked weekly with fresh fruit, herbal tea - and coffee pods for when only caffeine will do.EMI share options We want our employees to share in our success and offer EMI share options to all employees.Web pages to look at https://www.squaremeal.co.uk/ https://www.squaremeal.co.uk/restaurants/coq-dargent_173