Director of Sales - Hotel in Rickmansworth)

CV Locator; Greater London, Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of Sales/Business Development Manager to spearhead lead generation and business development for two hotels. This full-time role involves working closely with a dedicated sales team to cultivate corporate relationships and drive new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hotel or events sales, with proven experience in proactive business development. Enjoy a competitive salary package, flexible working hours, and a range of employee perks including free meals and discounts on stays. If you are passionate about hospitality and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Free staff meals

Employee preferential rate for stays

Free parking on-site

Travel costs/expenses paid

Annual holiday allowance

Hospitality Rewards - discounts and perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or business development within the hotel/events sector.
• Ability to generate leads and maintain client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee business development for two hotels, focusing on corporate market leads.
• Work with the sales team to ensure a steady pipeline of corporate business.

Skills

Business Development

Lead Generation

Sales Management

Client Relationship Management

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

A fantastic Director of Sales/ Business Development Manager job, paying a package up to £60,000 has become available. The role will oversee two properties, Hunton Park Hotel (Watford) and Denham Grove Hotel (Denham) which are both under the same ownership.

The role is focussed on lead generation/ new business for the corporate market, particularly events. You will work alongside a Sales Office team, ensuring a consistent pipeline of corporate business coming in to the Hotel.

Highlights:

1. Package of up to £60,000 - negotiated on experience.
2. Full time permanent role.
3. Mainly Monday to Friday / Office Hours (occasional flexibility required).
4. Free staff meals at work.
5. Employee preferential rate for stays within the wider group (inc. friends & family).
6. Free parking on-site. Travel costs/ expenses paid.
7. Annual holiday allowance.
8. Hospitality Rewards - discounts and perks.

Role Overview:

This position is specifically focussed on the proactive business development for the Hotels. You will be required to seek and achieve new business sales through lead generation, focussing on corporate business. The use of CRM's will be part of your day to day to maintain and track the progress of targeted clients.

You will work alongside the Head of Sales at Countrywide Hotels who will provide targets for activity, while offering advice and support. You will proactively research and target new clients. The methods used to generate new business will include going out to meet prospective clients face to face, in addition to inviting prospective clients and providing show-arounds of the hotel.

While a lot of your work will be conducted during the traditional office hours, it is important you have some flexibility to adapt your working hours as there are likely to be events or meetings that fall on the evenings or weekends at points.

Ideal Experience:

1. Experience in a proactive sales/ business development role within Hotels/Events is non-negotiable.
2. Due to the nature of the role, access to your own vehicle is highly preferred.

If you are interested in this Director of Sales/ Business Development Manager job near London, then please apply now!