Business Development Manager

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid/Flexible)

Type: Freelance / Contract

About the Role

Pan Pacific Toronto is seeking an experienced and well-connected Freelance Business Development Manager to drive new revenue opportunities across corporate, leisure, and group segments. This contract role is ideal for a self-motivated professional with a strong network in hospitality, travel, events, and corporate markets who can deliver measurable business results while enjoying flexible work arrangements.

What You’ll Do

• Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities for rooms, events, and F&B across key market segments.
• Develop and nurture relationships with corporate clients, travel agencies, event planners, and community partners.
• Generate qualified leads and convert them into confirmed bookings.
• Represent Pan Pacific Toronto at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings as needed.
• Create and execute outreach strategies to grow awareness and drive revenue.
• Provide market insights, competitor analysis, and business recommendations.
• Maintain a pipeline of leads and report on performance, conversion, and revenue generated.
• Collaborate with the hotel’s Sales & Marketing team to ensure alignment on promotions and initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or partnership growth in hospitality or tourism.
• Strong network within Toronto’s corporate, events, and travel community.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-driven, target-focused, and able to manage work independently.
• Professional, polished presence suited for client-facing interactions.
• Ability to work on a commission-driven model with consulting fee structure.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a respected international hospitality brand.
• Flexible schedule and autonomy in how you drive results.
• Opportunity to shape and expand the hotel’s market presence.
• Unlimited earning potential based on performance.