Partnerships Manager - Hotel

TN United Kingdom; Bicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Partnerships Manager to enhance collaboration with local hotels and accommodation providers. This exciting role involves managing a diverse portfolio, developing strategic marketing opportunities, and fostering relationships with key industry contacts. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in sales and digital marketing, particularly within the luxury hospitality sector. Join a dynamic team committed to creating extraordinary experiences, where your contributions will directly impact the success of a leading shopping destination. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a vibrant and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Wellness Apps

Social Activities

Lifestyle Benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in the travel or hospitality industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with partners.

Responsibilities

• Account managing a portfolio of Accommodation and other appointed Partners.
• Identifying and developing marketing opportunities to increase visibility.

Skills

Sales

Digital Marketing

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Account Management

Education

Experience in Travel or Hospitality Industry

Experience with Luxury Hotels

Tools

Countly

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Partnerships Manager - Hotel | Bicester Village | Permanent Full time

Something Extraordinary Every Day

The objective is to increase the conversion of high-spending guests from both accommodation and non-accommodation partners to the Village. This involves managing a portfolio of UK-based local hotels, hotel chains, serviced apartments, and other accommodation providers. The role also includes prospecting for partners within allocated segments, working collaboratively with the Senior Business Development Manager. The time split is 50% for Local Accommodation and 50% for Non-Accommodation partners.

What you will be doing

The key responsibilities include:

• Account managing a portfolio of Accommodation and other appointed Partners, with a 50% split for Local Accommodation and 50% for Non-Accommodation partners.
• Developing relationships with key contacts at Hotels (Concierge, Reception, PR, Sales & Marketing, Groups & Events, Operations, GM) - a 360-degree account management approach.
• Visiting each hotel regularly to deliver key selling points about the Village (frequency aligned with goals).
• Identifying and developing marketing opportunities to increase Bicester Village's visibility at partner locations, including social channels, websites, apps, newsletters, brochures, displays, posters, television offerings, and installations.
• Collaborating closely with the Marketing content team on all marketing assets for accommodation and other partners.

What makes you special

We are seeking an individual with:

• Ability to drive and access to a car (due to role requirements).
• At least 2 years' experience in the travel or hospitality industry.
• Experience in Partnerships, Sales, Digital Marketing, especially with Luxury hotels, is a plus.
• Knowledge of working with Countly and markets such as Middle East, India, US is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships with partners and colleagues.

There's no one quite like us

The Bicester Collection comprises leading luxury shopping destinations, committed to creating memorable experiences. Our vision is to be the world's best shopping destination, and our mission is to improve lives of our brands, guests, staff, and communities. Our brand promise is to offer something extraordinary every day. Our core values include authenticity, innovation, passion, critical thinking, and vision.

Why we're exceptional

Our success stems from our people. We offer a competitive salary and benefits through our Feel Good Programme, including lifestyle, physical, mental, and social benefits, such as insurance, health support, wellness apps, social activities, and more.

Come and live your story with us

We foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages ideas, and supports our people to thrive, creating a space of belonging and creativity.