Head of Sales : Lifestyle hotel

TipTopJob; Dover; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a dynamic Head of Sales for a lifestyle hotel in London. The role involves developing sales strategies, leading a team, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in hotel sales, including leadership experience, and a focus on creativity and commercial success. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus scheme

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hotel sales, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Understanding of lifestyle and boutique hotel markets in London.
• Commercial focus with a creative sales approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver annual sales strategy and budget.
• Set team targets, monitor KPIs, and drive performance.
• Build and manage relationships with clients and planners.

Skills

Hotel sales experience

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Tools

CRM tools (Delphi, Opera, Salesforce)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Head of Sales: Lifestyle Hotel, London

Salary: Up to £70,000 + Bonus

Location: London

We're looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Sales to lead the commercial strategy for a vibrant lifestyle hotel in London. This role is ideal for someone who understands how to blend creativity with commercial focus, driving revenue while positioning the property as a destination for both leisure and corporate guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the annual sales strategy and budget
• Set team targets, monitor KPIs, and drive performance
• Build and manage strong relationships with corporate clients, agencies, and event planners
• Lead, inspire, and develop the sales team to achieve results
• Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities across corporate, MICE, leisure, and group segments
• Analyse sales performance and market trends to inform pricing and promotional strategies
• Collaborate with marketing, revenue, and operations teams to create a seamless guest journey and impactful brand presence

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in hotel sales with 5+ years in the industry, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Strong understanding of lifestyle and boutique hotel markets, particularly in London
• Commercially focused with a creative approach to sales and brand positioning
• Excellent communicator and negotiator with strong relationship-building skills
• Experienced with CRM tools (Delphi, Opera, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office
• Motivational leader with the ability to build and develop a collaborative, high-performing team

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary + bonus scheme
• Opportunity to shape the sales direction of a well-positioned lifestyle hotel
• Career growth within an exciting and progressive hospitality group
• A chance to work in a dynamic, design-led, guest-focused environment

If you're a strategic, commercially minded sales leader with a passion for lifestyle hospitality, apply today or send your CV to ...