The position will work for and report to Capella Sydney solely.
Capella Sydney is the culmination of a stunning transformation of the heritage listed Department of Education sandstone building, into a luxury hotel that will welcome guests and patrons alike into the impressive building for the first time in history. Delivering a guest experience unlike any other paired with lavish amenities, magnificent architecture and refined interiors, Capella Sydney will become the ultimate destination hotel for both local and international guests alike, establishing it as one of the finest hotels in the world.
Position Summary
As a vital member of our dynamic team, the Business Development Manager/Director will play a pivotal role in driving revenue and expanding our market presence in China. This role will require a strategic thinker with a proven track record in sales and business development.
The primary focus will include identifying new sales leads and building strong relationships with both new and existing clients to meet financial targets. The individual will play a key role in generating new business, ensuring that all direct sales activities align with our overall sales strategies.
Qualifications
Diploma / Degree in Hospitality Business Management or equivalent is preferred
Minimum 2 years' experience in similar role in luxury hotel/resort
Competent computing skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, CRM etc)
Must be fluent in Mandarin and English (both written and spoken)
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
Ability to travel Domestically and Internationally, where required
Valid working rights in Australia
Originally built in the 1930s by French real estate company Foncière et Immobilière de Chine, the Jian Ye Li estate located within the historical and cultural preservation zone of the Xuhui District is comprised of the ultra-luxury Capella Shanghai, Capella Residences and The Gallery, a retail destination for lifestyle brands. Sensitively restored for the affluent clientele, these “shikumen” buildings are a marriage of traditional Shanghainese and Western architectural styles which first appeared in the 1860s. Due to Shanghai’s rapid development, original “shikumen” houses are a rarity against the glistening skyscrapers and modern architecture. The Jian Ye Li estate is a showcase of Shanghai’s residential heritage featuring Chinese courtyard houses with Parisian flair. 坐落在徐汇区历史文化风貌保护区的建业里最初由法国地产商Foncière et Immobilière de Chine 于上世纪30年代建成,现在由超奢华的上海嘉佩乐酒店、嘉佩乐公寓和The Gallery(生活方式品牌的零售目的地)组成。这些“石库门”建筑经过精心修复,结合了传统的上海风格和西方的建筑风格(于19世纪60年代首现于上海)。随着上海的快速发展,越来越多的金碧辉煌的摩天大楼和现代建筑拔地而起,使得原始“石库门”住宅成为了“稀有珍品”。重塑后的建业里展现出将海派文化和巴黎风格相结合的上海住宅旧日风貌。Capella Shanghai, is the city’s all-villa urban resort with 55 villas complemented by the legendary Capella Living Room, the award-winning Capella Wellness, a French restaurant and intimate event venues. Capella Residences are fully functional with 40 apartments for the discerning clientele in search of ultra-luxury accommodation. The Gallery, which forms the facade of the Jian Ye Li estate, is a collection of niche retail lifestyle brands. 上海嘉佩乐酒店是全别墅式城市度假村,坐拥 55 栋别墅,并辅以传奇色彩的嘉佩乐客厅、备受赞誉的 嘉佩乐水疗中心、法式餐厅和私人活动场馆。嘉佩乐公寓于为寻找超奢华住宅的眼光独到的客户带来40套公寓。The Gallery 则是建业里的“门面”,这里聚集了众多精品零售品牌。The Hotel keeps close cooperation with Mr. Pierre Gagnaire whose 16 famous restaurants all over the world have received numerous awards. The Hotel restaurant le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire is Mr. Pierre Gagnaire's first restaurant in mainland China and conferred one star in seven years consecutively in Michelin Guide Shanghai.酒店与Pierre Gagnaire先生紧密合作,他旗下遍布全球的16家著名餐厅已经获得诸多殊荣。酒店餐厅le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire是Pierre Gagnaire先生在中国大陆的第一家餐厅并连续七年荣膺上海《米其林指南》一星食府。About Capella Hotel Group 嘉佩乐酒店集团简介:Capella Hotels and Resorts collection consists of properties in Singapore, Ubud, Bangkok, Hanoi, Sydni, Shanghai and Hainan. Future openings include exciting destinations such as Japan, Maldives, South Korea, Nanjing and Shenzhen.The exceptional hospitality group focuses on crafting authentic, cultural experiences for its guests, combining a legacy of thoughtful design with the highest level of personalised service. Capella Hotels and Resorts was consecutively named Best Hotel Brand in the World in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2023 & 2024.For more information visit www.capellahotels.com嘉佩乐酒店及度假村旗下拥有位于新加坡、曼谷、河内、乌布、悉尼、上海和海南土福湾等地的多家度假酒店。在未来几年内,还将在日本、马尔代夫、韩国、南京和深圳等地陆续开设新的酒店。 嘉佩乐酒店及度假村在2023年和2024年两度荣获由全球知名的旅行生活方式媒体Travel + Leisure漫旅杂志美国版颁发的"年度世界旅行奖最佳酒店品牌"的殊荣。卓越的酒店品牌专注于为客人打造地道本真的文化体验,将精心设计的传奇建筑与细致周到的专属匠心服务融为一体。更多信息,敬请登录网站 www.capellahotels.com。