Overview
Sales Executive – Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge & Maldron Hotel Merrion Road at Dalata Hotel Group.
We are looking for a proactive sales professional to source and win new corporate function and events business, maintain existing accounts, and promote the hotel's image and services.
Responsibilities
Source and win new corporate functions and special events business for the hotel.
Maintain existing accounts and generate new business from these accounts as per targets agreed upon.
Actively sell the image and services of the hotel in print and verbally.
Prepare and execute specific annual and quarterly sales and marketing action plans.
Maintain up-to-date client databases and the CRM system.
Participate in all sales activities, including research, telesales, sales calls to the local and regional market, corporate entertaining, social events, promotions and fam trips.
Identify key competitors and carry out regular competitor analysis, monitoring performance, rates and sales activity.
What You'll Need
At least 1 year of experience in a similar hospitality role.
Reactive sales experience is a must; proactive sales experience is desirable.
Excellent communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English.
Role involves travel; candidates must have access to a car and hold a full driver's licence.
Benefits
Free employee meals on duty
50% off F&B in all properties
€£60 employee room rate for Dalata-owned hotels
30% off Friends & Family rate
Extra AL day for every year worked (up to 5 days)
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work/Transport Schemes
SAYE (Save As You Earn)
Pension access (local details via HR)
Development opportunities through Dalata Academy
Staff appreciation and team-building activities, charity events
About Us
Dalata Hotel Group brings the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate.
We are expanding to spread our caring for guests around the world, with 55 hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany and the Netherlands, and planned growth in key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe.
We value integrity, fairness, inclusion, and opportunities for career development through internal programmes.
Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an inclusive employer; if you require accommodations during the application process, please highlight your needs when applying.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Hospitality
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