Experienced Sales Executive

Hodson Bay Group; Athlone; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided on duty

Free parking

Training & development programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sheraton Athlone Hotel, part of the Hodson Bay Group & Marriott International, is seeking a proactive sales professional to join our team. You will build relationships with clients, identify opportunities, and present our conference and hospitality offerings to drive business.

You will work closely with the Sales Manager to develop your portfolio, attend events, and convert leads into confirmed bookings, contributing to revenue growth for a premier Irish venue.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build relationships with clients and partners.
• Comfortable meeting clients, presenting offerings and closing opportunities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with existing clients and grow key accounts.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Meet clients, host site visits, and showcase hotel facilities.

Skills

Relationship building

Prospecting

Communication

Networking

Multi-tasking

Team player

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Sheraton Athlone Hotel | Part of the Hodson Bay Group & Marriott International

Whether you’re a recent graduate with a passion for sales or someone with a couple of years’ experience looking for the next big step, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for…

At Sheraton Athlone Hotel, we don’t just sell bedrooms and meeting rooms, we create unforgettable experiences for businesses, event organisers, and guests from all over the world. As one of Ireland’s leading conference and events destinations, we’re a fast-paced, ambitious hotel that’s constantly evolving, and we’re looking for someone equally ambitious to join our sales team.

You’ll be part of a fun, supportive and high‑performing team where you’ll learn, grow, and make a genuine impact from day one.

Why This Role?

This is not a “sit behind a desk and send emails” kind of sales job.

You’ll be building relationships, meeting clients, attending events, spotting new business opportunities, and helping some of Ireland’s biggest companies plan everything from conferences to corporate getaways.

You’ll work closely with our Sales Manager and experienced team while developing your own portfolio of accounts and creating new opportunities for the hotel. If you’re competitive, people-focused, commercially minded, and love the thrill of winning new business, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building strong relationships with existing clients and growing key accounts
• Identifying and securing new business opportunities
• Meeting clients, hosting site visits, and showcasing everything the hotel has to offer
• Representing Sheraton Athlone at networking and industry events
• Following up on enquiries and converting leads into confirmed business
• Using Salesforce to manage relationships and track opportunities
• Working with our marketing team to help promote the hotel
• Keeping up to date with market trends and identifying opportunities for growth
• Collaborating with different departments to ensure clients receive an exceptional experience
• Finding creative ways to increase revenue and drive business performance

What We’re Looking For

We’re less interested in how many years you’ve worked and more interested in who you are.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

• A natural relationship-builder who enjoys meeting people
• Ambitious, proactive and hungry to succeed
• Confident picking up the phone and starting conversations
• Organised, driven and focused on achieving results
• A team player who brings positive energy every day
• Commercially minded with a genuine interest in sales and business development

Sales, hospitality, marketing, business or customer service experience is a plus, but attitude, personality and drive are what matter most.

What’s In It For You?

• A genuine opportunity to build a long-term career in sales and hospitality
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
• The chance to work for a globally recognised Marriott brand
• Complimentary access to the Sheraton Fitness Leisure Centre & Swimming Pool
• Meals provided while on duty
• Free parking
• Employee recognition programmes that celebrate success
• Sports & Social Club with regular events and activities
• Fantastic discounts across the Hodson Bay Group
• Exclusive Marriott International discounts at over 10,000 hotels worldwide

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your skills, build valuable business relationships, and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys what they do, we’d love to hear from you.

Bring your energy. Bring your ambition. We’ll help you build the career. As part of the Hodson Bay Group—proudly holding Gold certification in Fáilte Ireland’s Employer Excellence Programme, Silver accreditation from Investors in Diversity, and recently recognised as one of Ireland’s Happiest Workplaces for 2025 in association with The Sunday Times—the Sheraton Athlone Hotel is committed to fostering a culture of growth, opportunity, and continuous development for driven and ambitious team members. We prioritise fostering a people‑centric culture where mutual respect and trust create a thriving work atmosphere.

Hodson Bay Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation or support, please contact our HR team and we will be happy to make the necessary arrangements.

Take the next step in your career by joining our welcoming team at the Sheraton Athlone Hotel. We look forward to having you on board!