Regional Sales Executive

Accor; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK hotel group is seeking two Regional Sales Executives to support the Midlands and Northern England. Candidates should have 1–2 years of hotel sales experience, strong client relationship skills, and be ready to manage multiple hotel properties. The role offers training and support, with opportunities for career advancement and various employee benefits including hotel discounts.

Benefits

Employee benefits including hotel discounts

Free stay vouchers

Professional working environment

Nest pension

Meals when on site

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a proactive sales role within the hotel or hospitality industry.
• Strong understanding of the sales process and account development.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the region.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and secure new corporate and event business for multiple hotels.
• Manage and develop existing client accounts to drive repeat business.
• Conduct client visits and attend relevant networking events.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

CRM systems

Booking systems (e.g., Opera, Salesforce)

Job description

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Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

We are recruiting for two Sales Executives to support the Midlands, Manchester and Newcastle areas!

About Fairview Hotels

Fairview Hotels is a well-established and expanding UK hotel group, offering a diverse portfolio of properties that serve both business and leisure markets. With a strong commitment to service excellence and commercial growth, we are focused on building a team of professionals who are passionate about hospitality and results-driven in their approach.

We are now seeking two motivated and capableRegional Sales Executivesto join our commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual currently working in a single-property hotel sales role who is ready to progress into regional, multi-property sales.

Role Overview

The Regional Sales Executive will support and grow business across a cluster of Fairview Hotels within a designated region (the North or Midlands – you can select your base hotel Wolverhampton/Nottingham/Newcastle/Worsley-Salford/Coventry). Working closely with the commercial team and individual hotel teams, this role will involve proactive selling, business development, account management, and revenue generation across multiple properties.

This is an ideal opportunity for a sales professional who is ready to expand their scope and responsibility, moving from single-property sales into a regional commercial environment with full training and mentoring provided.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively identify and secure new corporate, group, and event business for multiple hotel properties in your region

Manage and develop existing client accounts to drive repeat business and increase market share

Support the implementation of sales strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets across your cluster

Conduct client visits, property show rounds, and attend relevant networking and trade events

Work closely with hotel General Managers, Revenue Managers, and the wider sales team to align goals and strategies

Produce regular sales activity reports, pipeline updates, and revenue forecasts

Maintain accurate records of all client interactions and opportunities using the company’s CRM system

Candidate Profile

Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a proactive sales role within the hotel or wider hospitality industry

Strong understanding of the sales process, account development, and client relationship management

Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise a varied workload

High level of commercial awareness with an interest in market trends and competitor activity

Willingness to travel regularly within the region (a valid UK driving licence is essential)

Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with booking systems (e.g., Opera, Salesforce) is advantageous

What We Offer

A structured step into regional sales with full support and training

A respected and growing company with opportunities for long-term career progression

Employee benefits including hotel discounts in our & our partner branded hotels

up to 2 x free stay vouchers per year

A collaborative and professional working environment

Nest pension

Meals when on site

Please only apply if you have relevant experience and a legal right to work in the UK

Fairview Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Additional Information

The role will be based at one of the Accor properties within our portfolio, nearest to the successful candidate

(Wolverhampton/Nottingham/Newcastle/Worsley-Salford/Coventry)