Director of Sales

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the luxury hospitality sector is seeking a Director of Sales to lead its sales efforts for Maxx Royal Maldives. This pivotal role will be responsible for developing sales strategies, monitoring market conditions, and ensuring brand positioning within the UK luxury marketplace.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of sales experience, focusing on the UK market.
• Deep understanding of the UK luxury hotel market.
• Assertive, positive, and capable of working under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement sales plans to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with Sales Head Quarter to drive business needs.
• Monitor demand and execute sales activities accordingly.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Customer service commitment

Education

Degree in sales, business development, or related field

Job description

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Director of Sales, London (City of London)

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Client:

Maxx Royal Resorts

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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About the Job

The Director of Sales is responsible for all sales efforts for Maxx Royal Maldives, which is opening soon. The role involves creating and activating sales strategies, recommending growth initiatives, monitoring progress, and ensuring the brand's proper positioning within the luxury UK marketplace.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Maxx Royal Resorts Sales Head Quarter to drive business needs and expand existing business through promotional efforts and sales channels.
• Create and implement sales plans; provide insights for marketing plans to support business objectives and focus sales efforts.
• Set targets and establish reporting mechanisms.
• Work with the operations team on developing sales-influenced segments.
• Understand the brand's full commercial strategy to meet targets.
• Build relationships with revenue management and reservations teams to sell properties effectively.
• Stay informed on market conditions to keep the hotel competitive, including market share analysis via STR.
• Monitor demand, identify risks and opportunities, and execute sales activities accordingly.
• Research customer attitudes and concerns to forecast future revenue.
• Become an expert in the UK market.
• Identify and target vertical markets.
• Participate in trade shows, familiarization trips, exhibitions, and trade organizations.
• Produce timely and accurate reports for Maxx Royal Maldives.
• Contribute to the development of annual business and marketing plans with the Sales Head Quarter.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of sales experience, with a focus on the UK market and preferably Maldives.
• Degree in sales, business development, or related field.
• Assertive, professional, positive, with proven business development skills.
• Deep understanding of the UK luxury hotel market.
• Ability to work independently and innovatively in a busy environment.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• High commitment to customer service.
• Strong analytical skills for business indicators and trends.
• Proven selling capabilities and coaching skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to different work situations.
• Capable of working under pressure and traveling as needed.
• Passionate about sales and targets.
• Willing to travel and host FAM trips globally.