Sales Manager

Staycity Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving aparthotel operator as a Sales Manager in London! This dynamic role offers the chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment, where your skills in hotel sales and relationship management will shine. You'll be part of an inclusive team that values your unique contributions while driving business growth and expanding the Wilde brand. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive work culture, this position is perfect for those eager to make a real impact. Embrace the challenge and start your journey with a company that prioritizes your development and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive bonus

Discounted overnight stays

Refer and earn scheme

Education Support

2 paid volunteer days

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Hotel, Aparthotel or Property Sales is essential.
• Experience in the UK market and local market knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning sales activities and networking with teams.
• Meet with clients to secure and manage corporate accounts.

Skills

Hotel/Aparthotel Sales

New business generation

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Local market knowledge

Tools

Sales Force

Opera

IDEAS

Agency360

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Job description

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• Job Title: Sales Manager
• Job Reference: SC1181963WhiSM
• Location: Paddington, Westminster, Greater London, United Kingdom
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Full Job Description

Welcome to Wilde Aparthotels, part of Staycity Group, a thriving and rapidly expanding aparthotel operator, with 33 exceptional properties across iconic European cities like London, Dublin, Berlin, Edinburgh, Paris, and Venice.

Are you someone who thrives in a high-paced, evolving environment where ambiguity is met with enthusiasm and determination? Do you have an insatiable curiosity, an empathetic nature, and a genuine passion for growing with, and supporting others? At Wilde, we're a diverse and inclusive team that encourages you to bring your unique self to work and make a real impact.

We are looking for a Sales Manager to join our Wilde Aparthotel Paddington, London. This is a one-year contract role, to begin Jan/Feb 2025. There may be opportunities to continue your Wilde journey after the initial one-year period.

The ideal candidate must have prior experience in Hotel, Aparthotel or Property Sales. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a great attitude and friendly manner to join the team at an exciting time of expansion for the group.

Benefits:

• Competitive bonus, based on your contribution and impact
• Discounted rates for overnight stays for you and your family and friends
• Refer and earn scheme if you successfully refer a friend to work with us
• Education Support to help you foster new skills, build confidence and flourish
• Volunteer days: 2 paid volunteer days per year to support causes in your local community
• EAP: Support for you and your family when you need it with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What will you be doing?

• Social: Assist in planning local and national sales activities, network and socialize with the wider teams, and attend trade shows and presentations to promote Wilde and the group portfolio.
• Communication: Meet and speak with new and existing clients, securing and managing new corporate accounts by building and maintaining professional working relationships.
• Promotion: Actively promote the Wilde brand through sales and marketing activities including promotional road shows and presentations.

What we are looking for:

• Hotel/Aparthotel Sales, Reservations and/or Property Account Management experience
• Prior experience working in the UK market, and local market knowledge
• New business generation
• Corporate Business Travel, Group and Extended stay segments experience
• Knowledge of Sales Force/Opera/IDEAS/Agency360/LinkedIn Sales Navigator
• Local market and GDS knowledge is preferred
• Assist with the administration of property management systems (e.g., Opera/Ideas/SiteMinder/Salesforce – training will be provided)
• Providing timely, accurate, competitive quotes on all corporate and long-stay enquiries while maintaining maximum profit margin
• Maintaining accurate records of all prices, sales, and activity reports
• Securing and managing corporate accounts, and group agencies by building and maintaining professional relationships with key bookers
• Fiercely proactive with a can-do attitude
• Relationship Management skills
• Understanding of customer and local market dynamics/trends
• Willingness to travel when needed
• Driving sales activity to generate new business and grow existing business

If you possess the ability to navigate through challenges with kindness and clarity, backed by data-driven decision-making skills, we'd love to hear from you! Join us in this exciting journey, where you'll be supported, inspired, and encouraged to reach your full potential. Let's make the world a little brighter, one guest at a time.

Start your Wilde journey today! Take the leap and click "apply" now!