Business Development Executive

The Deluxe Group have been designing and building unforgettable experiences since 1969.
Since our involvement with Disneyland, Paris in the early 1990's, we have developed a long standing reputation in the industry for realising attractions with recognisable IP of the highest quality and authenticity. Our projects are global with recent work in USA, Europe, Japan and the Middle East. We are experts in Brand Homes, Dark Rides, Film Studio Tours, Seasonal Events, luxury hotels, retail, F&B, and cruise line fit out. As the “Experience Economy” continues to grow our services are in increasing demand and we are seeking a Business Development Executive to join our team reporting directly to our Managing Director.
Our Experiential Theming division brings together a diverse range of creative skills and experience, working from design development of an initial concept, through fabrication, to final delivery of the project on-site. With a “can-do” attitude, abundance of creative talents, passion and imagination this culminates our strapline “The Difference is...The Deluxe Group”.
Overall Purpose of Job:
To seek out new business opportunities & provide direction and leadership to the Senior Management team in relation to business development strategies, bid submissions, design management, technical insight, project management, cost analysis, manufacturing processes and installation support to ensure continued development & success of the business.
Main Tasks/Responsibilities:
Oversee the development of the company’s global business development strategy with new and existing clients.
Develop and manage designated client relationships before, between and throughout live projects whilst ensuring we delivery on our commitments.
Collate & present effective global market intelligence and identify prospective leads across the theming/experiential industry sector and present back to senior management.
Monitor & develop Company Analytics. Maintain the internal business development database. Research future pipeline projects to enable the Company to fully understand project brief prior to tender stage.
Develop the Deluxe Brand globally with a consistent and unique approach. Create and produce sector specific company portfolios and customised company bid documents for major projects in the themed entertainment sector. This will involve working closely with our in-house creative and technical design team.
Develop strategic collaborations and partnerships within the industry internationally that enhance project award success and delivery.
Foster innovation in seeking ways to adopt new technologies that give the company a competitive advantage in its design, fabrication and installation of its work Business Development Executive
Manage and direct the production and prequalification and bid documentation.
Assisting the Project Director setting up the company site operations overseas.
Sourcing suppliers and specialist sub-contractors and preparing packages for pricing, sourcing props and procurement.
Developing a localisation strategy in overseas markets.
Building a supply chain database in local and overseas markets. Managing and controlling project documentation.
Compiling information for project reporting. Organise and participate in major trade exhibitions and conferences across the globe. Organise & participate in company webinars, online presentations.
Organise company promotional events at home and overseas. Supporting the co-ordination of external partners in the collaborative creative process for RFP’S and contributing ideas to the creative process. Identifying and developing knowledge about application of new technology in the themed attractions industry and sharing this knowledge with colleagues.
Develop a visitor agenda to enhance our Head Office visitor experience to ensure it is a valued experience for both the client and Deluxe.
Manage and co-ordinate all hospitality arrangements for visitors on site with the support of in-house domestic personnel. Global travel as dictated by project requirements.
THE INDIVIDUAL
Our ideal candidate will have the following:
EXPERIENCE:
You will have at least 3 years relatable experience within a commercial, business development or marketing environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
You will hold a third level qualification in a business or creative discipline such as Business Studies, Marketing, Digital Marketing Communication or have equivalent relevant experience.
Be computer literate with all Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel.
SKILLS/COMPETENCY:
Be innovative and creative with a good understanding of the latest digital marketing trends and techniques.
Have a passion for marketing with a working knowledge of key industry tools such as Google Analytics.
Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills with a proactive and flexible approach.
Must be capable of working accurately and diligently to agreed time scales.
Be highly driven, enthusiastic self-starter, with a ‘can do’ attitude and tenacity with attention to detail.
FLEXABILITY:
Maintain a current Passport and be willing to undertake international travel.
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
Versatile
Creative
Passionate
Ambitious
Proactive
Imaginative
THE REWARD WHAT IN IT FOR YOU?
As a Deluxe employee you will be rewarded:
Opportunity to work with the best talent in a highly reputable, award winning company where you will be rewarded for your success.
Be part of a be a team where you will be networking with the creative industries bringing unforgetting experiences to life.
Career progressive within the creative industries sector.
International exposure.
Early finish Friday
Life assurance
Company Pension
29 days annual leave
Wedding Day Leave
Healthcare cash back plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Perkbox card offering discounts.
Access to free GP Helpline
Confidential counselling helpline service
Free eye tests and eyecare vouchers
Free on-site car parking
Canteen Facilities
Cycle to work scheme.
Employee Recognition Awards
Career Development Opportunities
Volunteering opportunities
Teambuilding events
Special leave for representation at national/international sporting events.
OUR PEOPLE MATTER
We realise our employees are at the heart of our success. With employee wellbeing at the core of our approach, we continually invest in our people and are committed to supporting our people to reach their full potential through both professional and personal development.
We believe in nurturing effective teams and high performing leaders to deliver the best in industry.
TO APPLY CLOSING DATE : 21st April 2024
If you have the experience, the passion and can do attitude to be part of the Deluxe Business Development Team, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please email your current CV in the strictest confidence to ##### Telephone: +44 (0) ##### ##### for more information