Strategic Meetings & Events Leader

AccorHotels Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 380,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

AccorHotels Middle East is seeking a proactive sales leader to drive revenue across all channels within our Dubai properties. You will oversee event planning, banquet operations, conference management and guest services, ensuring top-tier standards and strong client relationships.

You will coordinate with the Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing and the Assistant Director of Sales to implement sales strategies, negotiate contracts, and develop a robust network of key accounts to maximize

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in hospitality management, business administration, marketing, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in Meetings & Events, Sales, Banquet Operations or Event Management in hospitality.
• UAE experience with an international hotel brand preferred.
• Fluency in English; additional languages an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Implements all sales activities and maximizes opportunities in the area.
• Plans events, banquets, conferences, and guest services to standards.
• Handles enquiries, prepares proposals, negotiates contracts, and coordinates events from planning to execution.
• Builds strong client relationships and maintains key accounts.
• Drives revenue targets across rooms, meetings, and food & beverage.
• Promotes teamwork to exceed forecasts and maximize hotel profits.

Skills

Event planning

Banquet operations

Conference management

Guest service

Sales targets

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Hospitality Management or related field

Tools

Opera Cloud

Anis

Cvent

Passk

Job description

AccorHotels Middle East is seeking a proactive sales leader to drive revenue across all channels within our Dubai properties. You will oversee event planning, banquet operations, conference management and guest services, ensuring top-tier standards and strong client relationships.

You will coordinate with the Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing and the Assistant Director of Sales to implement sales strategies, negotiate contracts, and develop a robust network of key accounts to maximize