Director of Sales

TN United Kingdom; Old Windsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Director of Sales to lead proactive sales efforts at a notable hotel estate in Old Windsor. This role involves crafting and executing a strategic Sales & Marketing plan, while fostering strong client relationships to drive revenue growth. Join a vibrant team dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests and colleagues alike. With a commitment to your professional development and a range of attractive benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in the hospitality sector.

Benefits

Bonus Incentive Scheme

BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced Company Pension Scheme

Free meals in colleague dining

33 days holiday

Extra paid day off for birthday

Annual complimentary 2-night stay

50% discount on Food & Beverage

Employee Assistance Programme

Monthly colleague recognition programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of developing and winning new MICE business.
• Experience in the hotel/hospitality sector with strong local market knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead proactive sales activity and implement cohesive Sales & Marketing plans.
• Develop long-term, profitable client relationships for revenue growth.

Skills

Sales Management

MICE Business Development

UK Market Knowledge

Hospitality Sector Experience

Client Relationship Management

Tools

OPERA

Job description

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De Vere Beaumont Estate set in Old Windsor has a magnificent Georgian manor house as its centrepiece and is our largest hotel estate with 429 bedrooms, 45 meeting & event spaces, and over 40 acres of grounds. A hotel of this size means we have a variety of food and beverage outlets and some great bars on site, so we regularly host some pretty incredible conferences, events and weddings.

Your commute: based just 3 miles from Windsor, minutes from J13 of the M25 and 15 minutes from Heathrow; Egham station is also 3 miles away with fast connections to London Waterloo and Reading.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.

Director of Sales

Are you an experienced Sales Manager with a passion for the hospitality industry?

We are recruiting for a Director of Sales to join our team at De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor.

As the Director of Sales you will lead all proactive sales activity for the property, creating and implementing a cohesive and proactive Sales & Marketing plan. As a key member of the property’s Senior Management team, you will also play an active role in the development of the hotel’s business plan, focussing on building long term, profitable client relationships to enable revenue growth and retention.

Your Skills & Experience:

• You have a proven track record of developing and winning new MICE business and significantly growing existing customers, and a strong understanding of the UK market, particularly the meeting and conferencing market
• You have experience within the hotel/hospitality sector and will ideally have some local M&E agency sector knowledge and experience using OPERA although this is not essential
• You are naturally confident, highly driven and have a focused and ambitious nature.

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues.

That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Director of Sales.

• Bonus Incentive Scheme based on business performance
• BUPA Private Medical Insurance plus discounted family memberships
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• Free meals in our colleague dining facilities
• 33 days holiday each year from day one of your employment
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones.
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are DeVere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.