Docklands Restaurants & Bars
Business Development Executive
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Business Development Executive
If you see a room full of strangers as a room full of opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
The Company
Docklands Restaurants & Bars is a well-established, independently run hospitality business consisting of two vibrant venues, the Fox Excel and the Fox Connaught, both located close to ExCeL London. Our clientele is an eclectic mix of exhibitors, exhibition visitors, conference organisers, corporate networkers as well as locally based professionals and families, all seeking memorable experiences.
The Opportunity
The Business Development Executive role is a new full-time (40 hours) position based onsite in London E16. This is a proactive sales role focused on generating new business, building relationships, and driving revenue growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities with exhibitors, exhibition visitors, agencies, local business, and corporate clients across the year, working to monthly KPIs and quarterly revenue targets within the established sales team.
Day-to-day tasks include prospecting and outreach, preparing proposals, coordinating client site visits, local networking, and establishing strong relationships with potential new clients. The Business Development Executive collaborates closely with the marketing, operations, and events teams. The role also involves market research, tracking sales performance, and providing input on sales strategies and promotional initiatives.
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The Successful Candidate
Are you a natural hunter who thrives on winning new business, opening doors, and turning conversations into revenue? We're looking for a self-motivated, unashamedly driven, and commercially savvy Business Development Executive. From corporate events and private functions to Christmas parties and seasonal campaigns, you'll be responsible for identifying opportunities, developing new accounts, proactively using LinkedIn, and converting leads into lasting business. All day, every day.
You should have at least three years of proactive business development experience with a proven track record in achieving project KPIs and exceeding revenue targets. Confident with numbers and an exceptional communicator both face-to-face and on the telephone, you will thrive on networking, cold calling, and building relationships. Not only are you target-driven with a real passion for winning new business, but you will also be a good administrator with strong CRM/pipeline management skills.
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Experience in proactive hospitality sales is preferred but not essential.
The Package
- Salary £32k-£34k pa dependent on experience and performance track record, with an OTE of £40k-£42k
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Lunch provided when onsite
- 50% food & drink discount at all Docklands Restaurants & Bars businesses
- Vocational training & career development
- An opportunity to work in one of the most vibrant business environments
What’s Next
We are keen to find the right person very soon; we have targets to hit and clients to delight. We are shortlisting/interviewing w/c 14th September and we hope to have the perfect person in place for our next induction course at the end of October 2026 - you could be earning commission by Christmas.
If this sounds like your next adventure, please apply today; send your current CV, covering letter, and evidence of your sales performance to June@foxbars.com
Closing date Friday 11th September 2026
No agencies please. Previous applicants need not apply, thank you.
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