Sales and Marketing Manager

Valor Hospitality; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Manchester seeks a Sales and Marketing Manager to join the pre-opening team for a new hotel. The successful candidate will lead sales, manage key relationships, and drive experiences that reflect the brand. This role requires proven hotel leadership experience, a passion for hospitality, and stakeholder management skills, contributing to the excitement of the hotel opening at the prestigious Etihad Campus.

Benefits

Discounted stays at UK hotels

50% dining discount

Wellness activities calendar

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare Cash Plan options

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in hotels or large properties.
• Naturally confident and able to create lasting connections.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced hotel opening environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales for accommodation and build strong local relationships.
• Ensure client experiences reflect the brand's values.
• Collaborate with multiple business units effectively.

Skills

Hotel leadership experience

Stakeholder management skills

Passion for hospitality

Job description

Sales and Marketing Manager – The Medlock at Etihad Campus, Manchester

At the Medlock, a Radisson Blu Hotel, we believe every guest experience begins with a conversation. As a Sales and Marketing Manager, you'll be the voice of our brand, ensuring every booking is seamless and will play a key role in the fantastic hotel opening at the heart of Manchester's Etihad Campus, home to Manchester City Football Club.

This brand-new 401-key hotel is set to be a game-changer in hospitality, seamlessly integrating with one of the most prestigious entertainment and sporting destinations globally.

The next evolution of the Etihad Campus will see it become a thriving sports and entertainment district, featuring state-of-the-art training facilities, a world class 60,000 seater stadium, and vibrant leisure spaces including the Co-op Live arena. It will become a world-class hub for elite sport, music, and entertainment, attracting visitors from around the world.

The new hotel will be at the centre of this dynamic environment, providing an exceptional place for guests, teams, and fans to stay and experience everything the campus has to offer.

We're opening soon and we need an experienced Sales and Marketing Manager who knows how to turn opportunity into momentum.

As a Sales & Marketing Manager, you’re the connector – the person who brings The Medlock, A Radisson Blu Hotel, to life for clients, event planners and partners. You’ll own relationships, spot opportunities, and make sure our spaces are buzzing with the right kind of energy. This isn’t about cold calls and cliches; it’s about building trust, shaping experiences and driving revenue with confidence and personality across a wide range of key stakeholders and partners.

You will proactively lead sales for accommodation, including our exclusive Penthouse, with a sharp eye for what fits The Medlock vibe. You’ll thrive on building strong relationships with local businesses, agencies, partners and key stakeholders. Working closely with the Director of Sales & Marketing, and in collaboration with the Revenue and Operational teams, you will bring your energy, passion and warmth in hospitality to every moment.

Why This Role?

• Be part of something iconic – join the pre-opening team for a high-profile new opening at one of Manchester's most exciting developments.

• Work alongside global leaders – engage with Manchester City Football Club, Valor Hospitality, and key stakeholders to create a hospitality experience like no other.

• Shape the guest experience – combine world-class hospitality, sports culture, and luxury accommodation into a seamless experience for guests, fans, and corporate visitors alike.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven hotel leadership experience – ideally in branded hotels, large properties, or entertainment and sports destinations.

• Passionate about hospitality – you get what hospitality really feels like. You're commercially sharp, naturally confident and know how to make connections that last.

• Stakeholder management skills – comfortable collaborating with multiple business units.

• Passion for excellence – a confident and organised leader who is ready to thrive int he pace and excitement of an opening hotel environment.

This isn’t just another Sales and Marketing Manager role – it’s a chance to lead an exceptional hotel seamlessly connected to the Etihad Campus, whilst reflecting the energy and prestige of this world-renowned sports and entertainment destination.

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer:

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family

• Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B.

• Discounted stays for friends and family.

• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.

• Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled.

• Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more.

• Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.

• Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at £250.

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

• A calendar of wellness activities – from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign.

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

• Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just £5 per month.

Fancy joining our team? Ready to be part of history?

If you thrive on building relationships and love the buzz of creating something new, you'll fit right in.

Valor Hospitality promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview.

Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK based roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.