Groups, Conferences & Events Executive (Emiratis Only) - Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

Hilton; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Groups Conferences and Events Sales Executive to manage event-related sales and maximize revenue opportunities. The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills, a commitment to customer service, and experience in the events sector. This role requires excellent communication and IT skills, as well as a proactive approach to sales and customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience in hospitality and event management.

Responsibilities

• Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue.
• Manage an events schedule to maximise yield.
• Build strong relationships with customers to understand their needs.

Skills

Good organisational and administration skills

Positive attitude and good communication skills

Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service

Confident telephone manner

High level of IT skills

Excellent grooming standards

Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function

Knowledge of hotel property management systems

Job description

What are we looking for

A Groups Conferences and Events Sales Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Good organisational and administration skills
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Confident telephone manner
• High level of IT skills
• Excellent grooming standards
• Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function
• Knowledge of the hotel property management systems

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For over a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

A Groups Conferences and Events Sales Executive will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions.

What will I be doing

As Groups Conferences and Events Sales Executive you will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions. The Groups Conferences and Events Sales Executivee will interact frequently with Guests and customers with the intention of earning repeat and expanded business. Specifically a Groups Conferences and Events Sales Executive will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue
• Seek opportunities to increase sales and conversions within the Team
• Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
• Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
• Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
• Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds
• Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events
• Participate in hotel promotional activities

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