The MHL Hotel Collection is the second largest hotel group in Dublin city with over 1,150 bedrooms across well known 5 & 4 star brands as well as a number of unique and individual hotels in key city locations throughout Ireland.
We recognise our people as a key resource and we value their contribution to the business by empowering them to make our customers experience memorable.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Building, managing and maintaining relationships with local companies.
Negotiating rate agreements on a local level only.
Assisting with RFPs as necessary.
Seeking out and attracting local corporate group business.
Assist the CSDC in building and managing relationships with DMCs and any key local providers.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Must have a minimum of 2 years of proactive hotel sales experience.
Experience of the corporate market in Dublin City Centre is preferable, but not essential.
Must be able to knock on doors to get the business.
Confident and experienced with cold calling, online and offline research.
Persuasive negotiating skills and ability to convert business.
Ability to achieve targets for appointments and converted business.
Maintain accurate and up to date records of sales activities and client interactions in Salesforce.
Strong customer development and relationship management skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal, listening, writing) and problem-solving skills.
Ability to use standard software applications and hotel systems.
Effective decision-making skills.
BENEFITS Competitive Salary.
KPI based annual bonus.
Health & wellness contribution.
Pension contribution.
Increased annual leave with length of service.
Maternity benefit.
Paid sick leave.
Complimentary meals on duty.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discounts across the MHL Hotel Collection.
Career development.
Recognition awards.
Benefits: Career development Discounted Rates Health and Wellbeing Contribution Pension Contribution Meals on Duty Increased annual leave