Director of Sales

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on food, drink and stays

Learning and progression opportunities

Friends and family rates

Employee Assistance Program

Free Leisure Club use

Long service awards

Recognition awards

Refer a Friend bonus

Annual social events

Free parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton is seeking a Director of Sales to lead our dynamic hospitality sales team. You will develop strategic sales plans, drive targets, and build strong client relationships while steering performance through coaching and mentoring.

The role requires proven leadership in sales, a strategic mindset, and the ability to forecast and report to senior management. Enjoy extensive benefits and join a team focused on excellence in hospitality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales leadership role.
• Strong leadership, communication and people management skills.
• Understanding of sales performance metrics and forecasting.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies with ambitious targets and lead the sales team to achieve them.
• Identify market trends and competitor activities to inform strategy.
• Maintain and develop relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Lead and manage the sales team, fostering a high-performance culture through coaching, training and motivation.
• Prepare and present detailed forecasts and reports for senior management.

Skills

Sales leadership

People management

Forecasting

Strategic thinking

Job description

Branch: Doubletree by Hilton Southampton

Location: Doubletree by Hilton Southampton, Southampton

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Posted date: 22/10/2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a

Director of Sales to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to excite the world of

hospitality, this is the job for you!

The Person:

Proven experience in a sales leadership role

• Strong leadership, communication and people management skills
• A high level of

understanding of sales performance metrics and forecasting

Strategic thinker who is

The Role:

Develop and implement sales strategies with ambition targets, and lead the sales team to achieve these

Identify market trends and competitor activities

Maintain and develop relationships with clients and stakeholders

• Lead and manage the sales team, and

foster a high-performance culture through coaching, training and motivation

• Prepare and

present detailed forecasts and reports for senior management

The Benefits:

• Amazing discounts on food, drink and accommodation throughout the group
• Huge opportunities for Learning, Development and Progression
• Excellent rates for friends and family
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free use of the Leisure Club where applicable
• Long Service Awards
• Recognition Awards
• Refer a Friend Bonus
• Annual Social Events
• Free Parking where applicable
• Uniform provided

This Hotel is proudly managed by Klarent Hospitality.

We pride ourselves on Inspiring

Leadership, Respect for our

People, Commitment to

Diversity & Inclusion and Encouraging

Friendly Work Environments.

Klarent Hospitality operates branded hotels in key locations across the UK and Ireland. We will nurture talent and smart investment to drive superior performance and growth.

To find out more, visit

Located just outside the city centre, minutes from the M3 and M27 motorways, DoubleTree by Hilton Southampton offers easy access to plenty of activities. Set sail on a cruise from Southampton docks, take the family for a fun day out at Paultons Park or visit Marwell Zoo. We are just minutes from Southampton Airport and two large train stations, making getting around the city easy. Take in the fresh country air when you visit the beautiful New Forest from your base in Southampton, the closest city to the forest.

Set on a hill, our hotel is located over five floors and features modern decor throughout. We are nestled among a woodland backdrop, providing wonderful views and photo opportunities for weddings and special events. Keep up your fitness routine in the 24-hour fitness center or simply relax on the terrace of our restaurant, Bracken Place, and take in the garden view. The cosy bar also offers the perfect spot to unwind with comfy sofas and a large screen TV.