Business Development Manager

Join the lyf Elizabeth Melbourne Crew

lyf, pronounced life, is more than a place to stay. We redefine coliving through functional and inspiring spaces that bring together community, creativity and collaboration.

Following a full renovation, lyf Elizabeth Melbourne reopened in December 2025 and is now seeking an enthusiastic and driven Business Development Manager to join our crew.

Managed by The Ascott Limited, this full time role will focus on growing accommodation, corporate, group and conferencing business for lyf Elizabeth Melbourne, while supporting sales opportunities across both lyf properties in Melbourne.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and executing sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and grow market share across both lyf properties in Melbourne

• Driving corporate, accommodation, group, conferencing and event business while proactively identifying and converting new opportunities

• Building strong relationships with key accounts, corporate clients, event organisers and industry partners to generate repeat and new business

• Conducting site inspections, attending industry events and working with property, revenue, marketing and cluster sales teams to deliver commercial outcomes

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in business development, hotel sales or account management, ideally within hospitality, accommodation, conferencing or events

• Demonstrated ability to generate leads, manage a sales pipeline and convert opportunities into business

• Strong relationship building, negotiation, presentation and communication skills

• A proactive, organised and results focused approach, with the ability to collaborate across multiple properties and departments

In return, you will receive:

• An Extra 3 Days Off just for life’s big moments – Our Immediate Family Event Leave or Cultural leave is yours on top of your annual leave!
• Celebrate Your Loyalty – $500 at 5 years, $1,000 at 10 years (and it keeps going!)
• Global Travel Perks – Enjoy up to 50% off at 900+ hotels worldwide
• Wellbeing Support – 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Grow With Us – Develop your commercial expertise with opportunities to grow across sales, revenue and leadership roles.

About Us:

The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is a member of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), headquartered and listed in Singapore. Ascott has become one of the leading international lodging owner-operators, with more than 900 properties in over 200 cities spanning more than 40 countries across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the United States. 

The company’s serviced apartment, social living and hotel brands include the global brands of Citadines, lyf, Oakwood and Quest. Be part of Ascott Australia’s bold journey to grow from 10 hotels to 30 hotels undermanagement by 2030. 

We strongly encourage you to apply if you meet the above criteria and are passionate about customer service and the hospitality industry. 

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