Director of Leisure & Entertainment Sales

Unbound Great Scotland Yard London; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

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Director of Leisure & Entertainment Sales

Salary: Competitive, plus Sales Incentive Plan

Reporting to: Director of Sales & Marketing

Overview

The Director of Leisure & Entertainment Sales plays a key role in elevating the brand and creating extraordinary guest experiences. This position is designed for a dynamic and strategic sales leader with expertise in luxury hospitality and entertainment. Responsible for managing transient and group sales within the leisure and entertainment segments, the role involves fostering relationships with industry stakeholders and driving revenue growth.

What you will do as Director of Leisure & Entertainment Sales

1. Develop and implement a comprehensive leisure and entertainment sales strategy to drive revenue and market penetration.
2. Identify and target key markets, including high-net-worth individuals, travel agencies, corporate groups, entertainment companies, and special event organizers.
3. Execute sales action plans focused on entertainment, music, touring, film, sporting markets, and leisure travel, particularly in the U.S., while also supporting growth in Europe, GCC, Australia, LATAM, and Asia.
4. Curate and execute exclusive, unforgettable events for luxury clients, including private concerts, celebrity appearances, and unique entertainment experiences.
5. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with VIP clients, celebrities, influencers, travel advisors, and entertainment industry professionals.
6. Develop strategic partnerships with luxury travel agencies, entertainment agencies, and event planners to secure high-profile bookings.
7. Act as the primary point of contact for luxury clients, delivering bespoke experiences and high-touch sales efforts to secure repeat business.
8. Assist in the seamless execution of media movie previews (junkets), talent handling, and coordination with internal departments.

About you

1. Proven experience in a similar role within a high-pressure and dynamic environment.
2. Strong track record in sales, preferably within the entertainment and luxury hospitality industry.
3. Deep understanding of the entertainment market and experience managing high-profile clients.
4. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
5. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
6. Passion for luxury hospitality and a keen understanding of high-net-worth client expectations.

Just some of the benefits you will enjoy

1. 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.
2. Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
3. Free meals on duty.
4. 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels.
5. Business attire laundered complimentary.
6. Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
7. Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide.

About Great Scotland Yard Hotel - The Unbound Collection

Few addresses are richer in history and anecdote than our hotel; a few steps away from Covent Garden and around the corner from Trafalgar Square our guests enjoy a wide variety of food and beverage offerings including quirky cocktails and local craft beers in the 40 Elephants Bar, evening drinks at our Whisky Bar, Sibin, and can indulge in an Afternoon Tea with a twist in The Parlour.

At Hyatt 'We care for people so they can be their best'. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Being part of Great Scotland Yard Hotel also means joining the Hyatt family which has over 1150 hotels in over 70 different countries, also recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.

Next steps: Apply today for this Director of Leisure & Entertainment Sales role and start your journey with Great Scotland Yard Hotel!