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Business Development Manager – Luxury retreat  Salary:                  £45,000 - £50,000 +Location:... Business Development Manager – Luxury retreat  Salary:                  £45,000 - £50,000 +Location:             Yorkshire I have an exciting opportunity for a driven and commercially minded sales professional to lead business growth within the retreats and exclusive-use events market. This role focuses on managing the full sales process—from lead generation to closing—while ensuring clients receive an exceptional, personalised experience.Key Responsibilities Drive new business through proactive lead management, enquiry handling, proposal development, and negotiation.Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline using CRM tools (e.g., Pipedrive) with accurate tracking and reporting.Collaborate with marketing, operations, and event teams to deliver seamless client handovers and maximise cross-selling opportunities.Develop long-term relationships with retreat leaders, corporate clients, and event organisers to encourage repeat business.Stay informed on market trends and competitor activity to identify new growth opportunities. Skills & Experience Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management, ideally within hospitality, events, or wellbeing sectors.Strong track record in managing the complete sales cycle and achieving targets.Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.CRM proficiency, with strong organisational and time management abilities.Self-motivated and results-driven, with a collaborative approach. Knowledge or passion for the retreat, wellbeing, or luxury hospitality industries is desirable.Experience working with premium venues or event destinations. For more information on all things Leisure, fitness and attractions contact david@corecruitment.com

Business Development Manager – Luxury Estate, North YorkshireLocation: North Yorkshire Salary: Up to... Business Development Manager – Luxury Estate, North YorkshireLocation: North Yorkshire Salary: Up to £45,000 + commissionWe are looking for a motivated and commercially minded Business Development Manager to drive growth for a unique, purpose-driven destination in North Yorkshire. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of services, developing relationships and creating new revenue opportunities in a dynamic and evolving business.As BDM, you will take ownership of the business development strategy, identifying opportunities, nurturing partnerships, and growing income streams. You will work closely with senior leadership to expand reach, strengthen commercial performance, and deliver high-quality experiences to clients and guests.Responsibilities Generate and manage new business opportunities, including corporate partnerships, events, and group bookingsBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholdersDevelop and implement targeted strategies to increase revenue across multiple business areasCollaborate with operations and marketing teams to ensure a seamless client experienceMonitor market trends and competitor activity to inform growth opportunitiesAchieve agreed sales targets and contribute to commercial strategy RequirementsYou are an experienced sales or business development professional, ideally with experience in hospitality, leisure, events, or purpose-led destinations. You thrive in a dynamic environment, are results-driven, and enjoy building lasting relationships. Proven business development or sales experience with measurable resultsExcellent relationship management and communication skillsCommercial awareness and a strategic mindsetConfidence working independently while collaborating with teamsA passion for creating exceptional experiences for clients and guests

Head of Operations – Luxury Estate, North YorkshireLocation: North Yorkshire Salary: NegotiableWe ar... Head of Operations – Luxury Estate, North YorkshireLocation: North Yorkshire Salary: NegotiableWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Operations to oversee and drive the day-to-day performance of a large, multi-faceted destination business based in Yorkshire.This is a senior leadership role for an operationally excellent, people-focused professional who can balance commercial performance with purpose, quality, and long-term sustainability.Reporting into the senior leadership team, the Head of Operations will have responsibility for overseeing multiple operational areas across a complex, guest-facing environment. You will ensure high standards, strong financial control, and seamless collaboration across teams.You will be a proven Head of Operations, Operations Manager or Senior General Manager, ideally with experience in hospitality, leisure, estates, visitor attractions, or purpose-led destinations.Responsibilities Leading and coordinating operations across hospitality, accommodation, guest experience and estate servicesDriving operational excellence, consistency and continuous improvementManaging budgets, forecasting, and cost controlsDeveloping operational systems, processes and KPIsLeading, coaching and developing department heads and managersEnsuring compliance, health & safety, and operational governanceSupporting strategic projects, growth initiatives and new developments Requirements Strong multi-site or multi-department operational experienceExcellent commercial and financial understandingA calm, organised leadership style with gravitasThe ability to work collaboratively while holding teams accountableConfidence managing complexity and changeA genuine commitment to quality, people, and long-term impact