Manager - Leisure Sales MENA

Atlantis; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual flights home

Discounted rates at Kerzner properties

Incentive programme

Job summary

Atlantis Dubai is seeking a Manager - Leisure Sales to grow leisure business across the MENA region for Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. You will develop markets, manage key accounts, and expand partnerships with DMCs, wholesalers, travel agencies, and VIP clients.

This full-time, on-site role requires at least three years in a similar role; luxury-hospitality experience is preferred and frequent travel within the region is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a similar leisure sales role.
• Experience across MENA markets is preferred.
• Luxury five-star property experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and penetrate priority markets across the Middle East through focused sales strategies.
• Manage established accounts while identifying new revenue opportunities.

Job description

Manager - Leisure Sales MENA Job Snapshot Role: Manager - Leisure Sales Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Hospitality Function: Sales & Marketing General Experience: Minimum 3 years in a similar role Job Type: Full Time Position Overview Atlantis Dubai is hiring a Manager - Leisure Sales in Dubai, UAE to develop business across key MENA markets for Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. The role focuses on leisure sales growth, strategic account management and new business development across DMCs, wholesalers, travel agencies, retail partners, VIPs, royalty and high-value customer segments.

Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Hospitality Function: Sales & Marketing General Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

About the Role

As Manager - Leisure Sales, you will develop and penetrate priority markets across the Middle East through focused sales strategies and market-specific business approaches. You will manage established accounts while identifying new revenue opportunities for both Atlantis resorts. Building productive relationships across the regional travel trade and strengthening access to premium customer segments will be central to the position.

MENA Market Development

• Develop and execute sales strategies for key MENA markets.
• Identify and convert new leisure business opportunities.
• Strengthen business with DMCs, wholesalers, travel agencies and retail partners.
• Develop opportunities within VIP, royalty and high-value customer segments.
• Conduct regular sales calls and maintain consistent engagement with key market partners.
• Travel to priority MENA markets according to business development requirements.
• Monitor market trends and customer feedback.
• Share relevant commercial insights to support market growth and business decisions.

Sales Initiatives and Representation

• Plan and execute roadshows, sales missions and elite events.
• Participate in trade shows and other market-facing sales initiatives.
• Represent Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal at international trade shows and industry events.
• Build awareness of both resorts across assigned markets and customer segments.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with trade and account partners.

Account Management

As the primary contact for assigned accounts and territories, you will focus on deeper account penetration and sustainable long-term partnerships. The position requires regular account engagement, disciplined follow-up and a clear understanding of each partner 's commercial potential. You will manage account-related performance targets while identifying opportunities to increase business across both Atlantis resorts.

Commercial Performance

• Drive opportunities that support revenue, occupancy, average rates and overall business volume.
• Develop initiatives to stimulate demand during lower-demand periods.
• Identify opportunities to increase local food and beverage revenue.
• Collaborate with internal sales teams to expand market penetration.
• Achieve assigned monthly and annual KPIs.
• Manage multiple commercial priorities and projects simultaneously.

About You

Candidates should have a demonstrated track record in business development within the leisure sales segment across MENA markets, with at least three years of experience in a similar role. Experience within a luxury five-star property is preferred. You should be skilled at building trust and maintaining strong customer relationships while remaining focused on the commercial and operational objectives of the resorts. The position requires the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. You should also be comfortable with frequent business travel across key MENA markets as required.

Working at Atlantis

Atlantis offers a competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams, together with food and beverage privileges, discounted rates at Kerzner properties worldwide, comprehensive health insurance with dental coverage, annual flights home, life insurance, an incentive programme, and colleague wellness and social initiatives.

About Atlantis Dubai

Atlantis Dubai is part of Kerzner International and brings together Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. Supported by more than 6,000 colleagues representing 129 nationalities, its teams work across both resorts to deliver luxury hospitality, dining, leisure and guest experiences in Dubai.