Business Development Executive – Switzerland

About the role

planitswiss group is seeking a motivated Business Development Executive to expand its client base across Switzerland. You will work closely with internal teams to turn relationships into new business opportunities within the events and hospitality sector.

Key responsibilities

• Prospect and acquire new clients in the Swiss corporate, association and hospitality markets.
• Leverage your existing network to generate qualified leads for planitswiss.
• Craft tailored proposals and pitches that showcase event production and AV expertise.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships from first contact through post‑event follow‑up.
• Respond to RFPs in collaboration with internal project teams.
• Track all activities in the company’s CRM and report regularly to the Sales Manager.
• Represent the brand at Swiss MICE fairs, industry events and networking functions.
• Monitor Swiss market trends and share insights with the team.

Required profile

• Natural networker with at least 2 years of sales experience in hospitality, conference venues or the events industry.
• Existing professional network in Switzerland that can be activated from day one.
• Fluent in French and English; additional languages are a plus.
• Self‑motivated, resilient and results‑oriented with a hunter mindset.
• Curious about live, digital events and AV/multimedia solutions.
• Comfortable working independently while contributing strongly to a team.

Required skills

• Experience using a CRM system to manage leads and pipeline.

What we offer

• Regional and international travel with exposure to diverse events.
• Dynamic, stimulating environment where every voice matters.
• Multicultural and inclusive workplace.
• Cross‑training and attractive career development opportunities.
• Paid personal project every three years plus two additional weeks of holiday.