Business Development Manager

Jascots Wine Merchants Ltd; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wine supplier is looking for a passionate Business Development Manager to drive growth in London's on-trade market. The successful candidate will leverage their wine knowledge and sales skills to build relationships with premium customers in hotels and restaurants. This full-time role requires proven sales success and a strong network within the London market, offering a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for the right individual.

Qualifications

• Proven success in premium on trade sales.
• Strong network within the London market.
• Confident communicator and natural relationship builder.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new premium on-trade customers.
• Nurture long-term relationships with key buyers and influencers.
• Deliver strong commercial results.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Commercial acumen

Relationship building

Education

WSET Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Jascots Wine Merchants

Founder | Slater Noon | Drinks Recruitment Expert

Business Development Manager - Jascots Wine - London

Slater Noon is proud to be partnering with Jascots on the search for a passionate and driven Business Development Manager to focus on the London on trade market.

The Company:

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives on building relationships, loves the energy of the London HORECA scene, and has a genuine passion for wine. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving Jascots’ growth across London, championing both the Bolney Wine Estate and the wider Jascots portfolio within some of the city’s most dynamic hotels, restaurants, catering and events.

The Role:

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and acquiring new premium on‑trade customers, nurturing long‑term relationships with key buyers and influencers, and delivering strong commercial results. The role requires excellent wine knowledge, commercial acumen, and a proactive, personable approach to developing partnerships that truly make a difference.

Jascots is renowned for its collaborative culture, deep expertise, and commitment to quality, and this position offers the opportunity to represent those values on the front line. From hosting tastings and attending industry events to spotting emerging trends and negotiating commercial terms, this is a dynamic, hands‑on role that rewards initiative, insight, and genuine enthusiasm for great wine and hospitality.

The Person:

The ideal candidate will have proven success in premium on trade sales, a strong network within the London market, and ideally WSET Level 2 or equivalent experience. They will be a confident communicator, a natural relationship builder, and a self‑starter eager to make an impact in a fast‑moving, competitive environment.

Those ready to bring their energy, expertise, and love of wine to a respected and growing business – please get in touch!

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Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Wholesale Alcoholic Beverages, and Food and Beverage Services